Comparative study between osteosynthesis in conventional and bioabsorbable implants in ankle fractures

7Citations
Citations of this article
45Readers
Mendeley users who have this article in their library.

Abstract

Objective: To compare the functional results of ankle fractures treated with metallic and absorbable plates. Twenty patients were randomized into two groups (metallic and absorbable implant groups) and followed prospectively. In the immediate postoperative period, patients were immobilized with plaster casts for one week, which was replaced by a removable cast for another four weeks. Partial weight-bearing was allowed after three weeks, and full weight-bearing after six weeks. Functional recovery was similar in both groups. At six months, three patients in the metallic group complained of local pain, and had their implants removed. One patient in the absorbable group exhibited early dehiscence of the suture and underwent debridement and suturing with good evolution. The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score was similar between the two groups after six and nine months of follow-up. The absorbable implants showed clinical and functional results that were similar to those of metallic implants.

Cite

CITATION STYLE

APA

Gaiarsa, G. P., dos Reis, P. R., Mattar Junior, R., Silva, J. dos S., & Fernandez, T. D. (2015). Comparative study between osteosynthesis in conventional and bioabsorbable implants in ankle fractures. Acta Ortopedica Brasileira, 23(5), 263–267. https://doi.org/10.1590/1413-785220152305121124

Register to see more suggestions

Mendeley helps you to discover research relevant for your work.

Already have an account?

Save time finding and organizing research with Mendeley

Sign up for free