Ankle breakthrough? study pits metal plate against minimally invasive wire
NCT ID NCT07511478
First seen Apr 07, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study compared two common surgeries for a type of ankle fracture (bimalleolar fracture) involving both the inner and outer ankle bones. 200 adults aged 18-60 were randomly assigned to receive either a metal plate and screws (plating) or a less invasive wire and screw method (intramedullary K-wire). The goal was to see which approach led to better ankle function three months after surgery.
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Department of Orthopedic Surgery
Lahore, Punjab Province, G855+7C8, Pakistan
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