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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Trauma care
  • Clinical outcomes research

Background:

  • Extraarticular proximal tibial fractures are common injuries.
  • Intramedullary nailing (IMN) and locked lateral plating (LLP) are primary surgical treatments.
  • Evidence comparing the long-term outcomes of IMN versus LLP is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the functional outcomes and complication rates of IMN and LLP for extraarticular proximal tibial fractures.
  • To evaluate differences in surgical time, alignment, and patient-reported pain and mobility.

Main Methods:

  • A multicenter, randomized controlled trial involving 108 patients.
  • Patients were randomized to either IMN or LLP.
  • Outcomes assessed included functional scores (SMFA, Bother Index, EQ-5D), alignment, operative time, union rates, pain, and complications at 12 months.

Main Results:

  • No significant differences were found between IMN and LLP in functional scores, alignment, operative time, union rates, or complication rates.
  • Both treatment groups showed continued functional improvement up to 12 months post-injury.
  • Despite improvements, patients in both groups remained significantly impaired at the 1-year follow-up.

Conclusions:

  • Both IMN and LLP are effective treatment options for extraarticular proximal tibial fractures, yielding similar patient outcomes.
  • Optimal functional recovery may extend beyond one year, highlighting the need for continued patient support and rehabilitation.
  • Further research could explore factors influencing long-term recovery trajectories in these patients.