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  • Title: Dynamic external fixation of comminuted intra-articular fractures of the distal tibia (type C pilon fractures).
    Author: Mitkovic MB, Bumbasirevic MZ, Lesic A, Golubovic Z.
    Journal: Acta Orthop Belg; 2002 Dec; 68(5):508-14. PubMed ID: 12584982.
    Abstract:
    We report 26 patients with 28 type C3, distal intraarticular tibial (pilon) fractures treated by dynamic external fixation. Follow-up was at least two years, and the results (subjective and objective) were classified according to the Ovadia system. The mean to fracture union was 14 weeks (range: 12 to 20 weeks). There were three cases with angulation deformity (from 7 degrees to 20 degrees). There were no cases with nonunion or deep infection. Based on these results, this treatment with closed reduction and dynamic external fixation allowing early motion appears as a suitable method for treatment of comminuted intraarticular tibial pilon fractures.
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