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Fusion Versus Fixation In Complex Comminuted C3-Type Tibial Pilon Fractures: A Systematic Review., Yash P Chaudhry, Efstratios Papadelis, Hunter Hayes, Philip F Stahel, Erik A Hasenboehler
Fusion Versus Fixation In Complex Comminuted C3-Type Tibial Pilon Fractures: A Systematic Review., Yash P Chaudhry, Efstratios Papadelis, Hunter Hayes, Philip F Stahel, Erik A Hasenboehler
Orthopedic Surgery Resident Research
BACKGROUND: Comminuted intra-articular tibial pilon fractures can be challenging to manage, with high revision rates and poor functional outcomes. This study reviewed [1] treatment, complications, and clinical outcomes in studies of complex comminuted tibial pilon fractures (type AO43-C3); and [2] primary ankle arthrodesis as a management option for these types of complex injuries.
METHODS: A systematic literature search was performed on PubMed from 1990 to 2020 to determine complications and outcomes after staged fracture fixation and primary ankle joint arthrodesis for comminuted C3-type tibial pilon fractures. The search was conducted in compliance with the PRISMA guidelines, using the following MeSH …