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Anatomic reduction of the posterior malleolus is mandatory for a good functional outcome. Preoperative planning with a computed tomography scan's axial view helps to decide which approach and surgical position… Click to show full abstract
Anatomic reduction of the posterior malleolus is mandatory for a good functional outcome. Preoperative planning with a computed tomography scan's axial view helps to decide which approach and surgical position we should choose. Based on posterior malleolus fracture anatomy, a guideline is suggested to facilitate decision making on which approach seems to give the best exposure with minimum complications.
Keywords:
approach;
ankle fractures;
complex ankle;
practical approach;
fractures practical;
approach surgical
Journal Title: Foot and ankle clinics
Year Published: 2020
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Journal Title: Foot and ankle clinics
Year Published: 2020
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