A short single-incision approach for antiglide plate fixation of oblique fractures of the lateral malleolus: a technical tip

Bitar, Rogério Carneiro; Nishikawa, Danilo Ryuko Cândido; Godoy‐Santos, Alexandre Leme; Pires, Robinson Esteves Santos

doi:10.1007/s00590-020-02771-7

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“…The predominant types of distal fibular fractures are type A infra-syndesmotic and trans-syndesmotic type B, constituting up to 90% of all cases [ 2 , 3 ]. Fractures that are intra-articular, displaying > 2 mm displacement, and exhibiting instability through rotation, shortening, or oblique necessitate open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) to mitigate the risk of posttraumatic complications [ 4 , 5 ].…”

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“…Plate osteosynthesis emerges as most commonly employed modality for the surgical management of lateral malleolus fractures [ 1 , 6 ]. In recent decades, fixation techniques have progressed, encompassing lag screw fixation for oblique fractures, posterior and posterolateral antiglide (or buttress) plating fixation, and the advent of low-profile, anatomically pre-contoured, and locking of distal fibular plates [ 1 , 4 , 10 – 12 ]. These techniques have enhanced the stability of internal fixation and reduced soft tissue irritation.…”

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Finite element analysis and a pilot study of different fixation constructs for Danis-Weber A and B lateral malleolus fractures

Huang,

Zhu,

Xing

et al. 2023

BMC Musculoskelet Disord

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Background Displaced lateral malleolus fractures are typically stabilised through open reduction and internal fixation. The biomechanically and clinically efficacy of locking plates and lag screws, particularly in Weber A and B distal fibular fractures remains a subject of contention. This study examines two locking plate designs for lateral malleolus fractures, evaluating their performance with and without interfragmentary screws using finite element models. Methods Utilising CT images of a healthy adult male volunteer, a three-dimensional finite element model was constructed. The Fibula-specific Flank Multiaxial Locking Anatomic Plate (FMLP) and the Conventional Locking Plate (CLP) were subjected to stabilisation, both with and without an interfragmentary screw, mimicking the Danis-Weber A and B lateral malleolus oblique fracture fixation. Loads of 140 N and 70 N, equivalent to 20% of the body weight, were applied to simulate the single-leg and two-leg standing conditions in the axial direction. The von Mises stress (VMS) distributions and element displacements were subsequently analyzed. Results In the Danis-Weber A fracture model group, the FMLP with an interfragmentary screw fixation exhibited the lowest peak VMS values: 51.9 MPa in the fibula, 89.0 MPa in the plate, and 61.3 MPa in the screws for simulating single-leg conditions. Under two-leg standing conditions, these peak VMS values decreased to 25.9 MPa in the fibula, 44.5 MPa in the plate, and 30.6 MPa in the screws, respectively. Furthermore, the overall structural peak displacements during single-leg standing for both Weber-A and B fractures with different implants ranged from 1.61 to 2.54 mm. While standing on two feet, the ranged was from 0.80 to 1.27 mm. An interfragmentary screw at the oblique fracture site resulted in reduced the peak value of VMS in the fibula, plate, screws, consequently decreased the overall structural displacement for FMLP and CLP fixation in lateral malleolus fractures. Conclusions The current finite element analysis (FEA) demonstrates that FMLP exhibits superior mechanical characteristics in Danis-Weber A and B lateral malleolus fractures compared to CLP. The inclusion of an interfragmentary screw, combined with locking plate design, enhances stability for simple oblique distal fibular fractures. The FMLP presents itself as potential as an alternative for lateral malleolus fractures from a biomechanical perspective. Nevertheless, further verification of these results is imperative through subsequent clinical studies.

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