Research Journal of Medical Sciences
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A Prospective Study on Functional Outcome of Distal Tibial Fracture Fixation with Locking Compression Plate Using Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Osteosynthesis Technique
Vazrapu Naveen Kumar and Yammala Satish Kumar
Page: 102-106 | Received 15 Mar 2024, Published online: 26 May 2024
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Abstract
Tibia Fractures Distal make up 5‐10% of all fractures in the lower extremities. Because of their intrinsic instability, lack of soft tissue, subcutaneous location and poor bone vascularity, these fractures are still difficult to treat. The use of locking compression plates to treat distal tibia fractures has become more popular recently. Stable plate fixation, preservation of fracture biology and reduction of soft tissue issues are the objectives of this technique. Locking plates can be applied through minimally invasive per cutaneous plate osteosynthesis or open reduction and internal fixation (MIPPO). The present study was a Prospective observational study among 30 patients with distal tibial fractures attending the Department of Orthopaedics at Maharajah’s Institute of Medical Sciences during a period of 3 years from June 2020‐2023. A written informed consent was taken from all individuals who were eligible for the study as per the inclusion criteria. In our study, the mean age of patients was 49 with a SD of 3.9 years. out of which 68% were male and 32% were female. The mean time of union for fracture was 21.4 weeks with a SD of 2.3 weeks. Functional outcome was measured using the AOFAS score and the mean AOFAS score was 67.4 with a SD of 8.5 at the end of 6 weeks and mean AOFAS score was 76.2 with a SD of 10.3 at the end of 3 months. mean AOFAS score was 83.56 with a SD of 5.36 at the end of 6 months. Under our study out of 30 patients 7 had excellent outcome, 18 had good result, 5 had acceptable result on basis of AOFAS score. MIPPO an effective treatment for distal tibia fractures. It enhances clinical and functional outcomes by reducing ankle stiffness and facilitating early mobilization of ankle movement.
How to cite this article:
Vazrapu Naveen Kumar and Yammala Satish Kumar. A Prospective Study on Functional Outcome of Distal Tibial Fracture Fixation with Locking Compression Plate Using Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Osteosynthesis Technique.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.7.102.106
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