Impact of Preoperative Heel Ulceration on Surgical Outcomes Following Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Rotational Ankle Fractures

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This research examines how preoperative heel ulceration affects surgical outcomes in patients with rotational ankle fractures.
Conducted a retrospective cohort study
Analyzed data from patients undergoing open reduction and internal fixation
Evaluated the relationship between heel ulceration and surgical outcomes
Identified a significant correlation between heel ulceration and increased post-surgical complications
Noted longer recovery times for patients with preoperative heel ulcers
Observed higher rates of infection and delayed healing in ulcerated patients

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Retrospective study investigates surgical outcomes in ankle fractures, suggesting complications from heel ulceration.

Therapeutic Level III, Retrospective Cohort Study.

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Tummala et al. (2026) studied this question.

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