Outcome and complications of distal tibia fractures treated with intramedullary nails versus minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis and the role of fibula fixation

ConclusionAlthough there is no difference in outcome of distal tibia fractures with either nailing or minimally invasive plating, nailing is recommended for closed displaced extraarticular fractures. Fixation of fibula should not be done routinely but should be reserved only for a few specific fracture patterns.

Source: European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology - July 2, 2020 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research