The fibular intramedullary nail versus plate fixation for ankle fractures in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The effectiveness and safety of fibular intramedullary nail fixation (FINF) compared to plate fixation (PF) in treating ankle fractures among adults remains unclear. Therefore, we conducted a meta-analysis to assess the efficacy and safety of FINF versus PF, aiming to provide orthopedic surgeons with valuable insights when choosing between the two internal fixation methods for patient treatment.

Methods

PubMed, EMBASE, and SCOPUS were systematically searched for articles comparing FINF and PF in ankle fractures among adults. Functional outcomes, complications, and bony union were compared between the implants.

Results

A total of seven studies were included in the study, involving 586 patients. The results revealed no statistically significant differences in

SUBMITTER: Zhang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11378394 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature