Ankle surgery showdown: which fix works best?
NCT ID NCT05729542
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two common surgical procedures for a specific type of ankle injury called syndesmosis injury, often linked with ankle fractures. About 140 adults who need surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either a suture button or a Fibulink implant. Researchers will track pain, function, and recovery time to see which method works better.
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University of California, San Diego
RECRUITINGSan Diego, California, 92093, United States
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