Open reduction and internal fixation of posterior malleolar fractures using the posterolateral approach

Abstract

Fixation of the posterior malleolus in trimalleolar fractures can be easily done via the posterolateral approach whereby anatomical reduction and stable fixation can be reached due to adequate visualisation of the fracture. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2016;98-B:812-17.

Comparison of the Efficacy of Posterior-Anterior Screws, Anterior-Posterior Screws and a Posterior-Anterior Plate in the Fixation of Posterior Malleolar Fractures with a Fragment Size of ≥15% and <15%

“…In recent years, more attention has been paid to the importance of anatomical reduction and internal fixation of PMF [23][24][25]. Anatomical reduction and fixation of posterior ankle fractures can be achieved under direct vision using a posterolateral approach, which is highly accepted [10,21,26,27]. In this study, we chose the posterolateral approach to reduce posterior ankle fractures under direct vision.…”

Amputation following internal fixation of an ankle fracture via the posterolateral approach – a case report

“…As anatomic reduction of the posterior fragment can be achieved more easily through the posterolateral approach (Verhage et al. 2016), this approach can be recommended for patients with more complicated posterior malleolar ankle fracture patterns. A recent study showed that there was no difference in functional outcome following screw or plate fixation of the posterior malleolar fragment (Erdem et al.…”

Cómo sintetizar el maléolo posterior. ¿La mejor opción es la síntesis directa?

“…Abordaje posterolateral (18,19) Se realiza con el paciente en decúbito prono. La planificación preoperatoria es fundamental para decidir si se va a realizar una única incisión cutánea para abordar la fractura del peroné y la del MP, lo más frecuente, o si se va a utilizar una doble vía.…”