Risk Factors and Complications in Tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) Arthrodesis: A Nationwide Database Comparison Between Traumatic Ankle Fracture and Osteoarthritis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) arthrodesis is an established treatment for osteoarthritis (OA), offering stabilization and earlier weightbearing. However, its role in managing traumatic fractures (TFs) remains controversial because of higher risks of complications. This study aimed to compare complication rates, readmissions, and predictors of adverse outcomes in TTC arthrodesis performed for OA vs TF using a national database.

Methods

A retrospective cohort study was conducted using the Nationwide Readmissions Database (2016-2021). Patients undergoing TTC arthrodesis were identified via International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) codes and stratified by indication (OA or TF). Primary outcomes included complication rates, 30- and 90-d

SUBMITTER: Dawar A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11915321 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature