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The research analyzes the effectiveness of various fixation methods for ankle fractures, focusing on clinical outcomes and bone healing rates.

Comparative study of different fixation methods for osteosynthesis of ankle fractures: clinical outcomes and bone consolidation rates

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The research analyzes the effectiveness of various fixation methods for ankle fractures, focusing on clinical outcomes and bone healing rates.
Conducted a systematic literature review across multiple databases: PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and VHL.
Included studies published in the last 10 years, in English, Portuguese, or Spanish, that compared different fixation methods.
Screening involved two independent reviewers, with intervention methods and outcome data extraction for evaluation.
Intramedullary fixation is beneficial for less complex fractures; however, it poses risks for infections in certain patients.
Plate fixation is preferred for complex fractures, but it has a higher complication rate in older individuals or those with comorbidities.
External fixators are suitable for severe soft-tissue injuries or as temporary solutions before surgery.

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Systematic review analyzes fixation methods for ankle fractures, indicating personalized treatment implications.

Oliveira et al. (2026) studied this question.

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