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Modified Broström vs suture tape augmentation: A systematic review
Sara E Kubick1, Alexis N Martinez1, Nathan R Mauren2
1Resident Physician, Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital, Dixon, IL.
Summary
For chronic lateral ankle instability, modified Broström repair and suture tape augmentation show similar outcomes. Suture tape may offer a faster return to activity, but overall functional scores remain comparable between surgical options.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
Background:
- Chronic lateral ankle instability often requires surgical intervention when conservative treatments fail.
- The modified Broström repair and suture tape augmentation are common surgical techniques for lateral ankle stabilization.
- A systematic review is needed to compare their efficacy and patient outcomes.
Approach:
- A systematic literature review was conducted using PubMed up to July 2023.
- Three randomized controlled trials with a total of 235 patients were included.
- Outcome measures including Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) and Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS) were analyzed.
Key Points:
- Two studies reported higher postoperative Sports Activity scores in the suture tape group.
- No significant differences were found in the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score between the two techniques.
- One study indicated a faster return to pre-injury activity levels with suture tape augmentation.
Conclusions:
- Current evidence suggests no significant difference in overall outcome measures between modified Broström repair and suture tape augmentation for lateral ankle stabilization.
- Suture tape augmentation may provide a quicker return to activity.
- Further research may be warranted to elucidate long-term differences, if any.
Keywords:
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