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A Retrospective Analysis of Long-Term Outcomes in Patients with Schatzker Type V–VI Tibial Plateau Fractures Treated with Ilizarovtype External Fixator Osteosynthesis

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Retrospective analysis examines long-term outcomes of Schatzker type V–VI fractures in patients, suggesting effective treatment options.

To evaluate long-term clinical and radiological outcomes in patients with Schatzker type V–VI tibial plateau fractures treated with Ilizarov-type external fixation.
Single-center retrospective study involving 42 patients with type V–VI fractures.
Analysis of demographic data, fracture patterns, complications, and outcomes.
Functional evaluation using Knee Society Knee Score (KSKS) and grading of post-traumatic osteoarthritis radiographically.
Mean follow-up period of 36 months established.
Pin tract infection occurred in 57.1% of patients as the most common complication.
Anatomical reduction achieved in 23.3% of cases; 65% had excellent or good functional results.
23.3% of cases showed no osteoarthritic changes.

Karahan et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Retrospective analysis examines long-term outcomes of Schatzker type V–VI fractures in patients, suggesting effective treatment options.