Isabella-Ionela Sanda, Samer Hosin, Dinu Vermesan, Bogdan Deleanu, Daniel Pop, Dan Crisan, Musab Al-Qatawneh, Mihai Mioc, Radu Prejbeanu, Ovidiu Rosca
Background and Objectives: While numerous studies have been conducted on syndesmotic screw management following distal tibiofibular diastasis repair, a clear consensus remains unclear. This research aims to evaluate whether the postoperative removal of syndesmotic screws leads to improved patient outcomes, specifically in quality of life, mobility, and daily living activities, and whether it offers a cost-effective solution. Materials and Methods: Patients with a history of unimalleolar or bimalleolar ankle fractures, classified according to the Danis-Weber and Lauge-Hansen systems, were included...
November 21, 2023: Medicina