Fixation of the medial malleolar fracture: a simplified technique
Meagan M Jennings1, John M Schuberth
1Orthopedics and Podiatry Department, Camino Medical Division, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Mountain View, CA, USA.
Abstract:
A technique for fixation of the medial malleolar fracture is presented as an alternative to cannulated screws or conventional screw fixation. Two partially threaded screws are inserted in to the same corridors created by the temporary fixation after anatomic reduction. The procedure minimizes soft tissue stripping of the fracture fragments and facilitates expedient delivery of the hardware. In addition to the simplicity of the technique, there is substantial cost savings and better thread purchase compared to cannulated screws.
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