Foot & ankle international
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Comparative Study
Comparison of augmentation methods for internal fixation of osteoporotic ankle fractures.
Internal fixation of osteoporotic ankle fractures is associated with failure of fixation. This study compared different augmentation methods biomechanically. ⋯ Strategies to augment internal fixation of osteoporotic ankle fractures may minimize risk for failure of fixation and may enable early weight bearing mobilization and return to function in elderly patients.