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  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Traumatology

Background:

  • Ankle fractures are a common osseous injury in the elderly, ranking third behind hip and distal radius fractures.
  • Historically, conservative management was favored for elderly patients, but this approach is now linked to increased mortality.
  • Recent advancements in hip fracture care are now being applied to ankle fracture management in older adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the benefits of operative intervention and inpatient comanagement for geriatric ankle fractures.
  • To highlight the importance of considering mortality, morbidity, and cost-effectiveness in treating elderly patients with ankle fractures.
  • To emphasize the role of orthopedic surgeons in managing complex osteoporotic bone fixation and wound healing in this population.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical practices regarding geriatric ankle fracture management.
  • Analysis of outcomes associated with operative versus nonoperative treatment in elderly patients.
  • Evaluation of the impact of geriatric/orthopedic inpatient comanagement on patient outcomes and healthcare costs.

Main Results:

  • Nonoperative management of geriatric ankle fractures is associated with increased mortality.
  • Operative intervention, despite higher immediate costs, leads to substantial reductions in long-term care expenses.
  • Geriatric/orthopedic inpatient comanagement demonstrates improved outcomes, mirroring benefits seen in hip fracture literature.

Conclusions:

  • Operative intervention and comprehensive inpatient care are crucial for improving outcomes and reducing costs in geriatric ankle fractures.
  • Orthopedic surgeons must address the challenges of osteoporotic bone fixation and optimize wound healing in elderly patients.
  • A shift towards operative management, supported by specialized comanagement, is warranted for geriatric ankle fractures to mitigate mortality, morbidity, and overall healthcare expenditure.