International orthopaedics
Comparison of two-stage open reduction and internal fixation and single-stage external fixation for complex pilon fractures: a randomized controlled trial.
Mohamed Osama Eissa, Mootaz Fouad Thakeb, Salah AbouSeif, Tamer A Fayyad, M A Alkersh, Mohamed A ElGebeily, Ahmad Saeed Aly, Mostafa M Baraka
Published: 202510.1007/s00264-025-06682-2
Abstract
PURPOSE: To compare functional and radiological outcomes between two stage ORIF and single stage external fixation for complex pilon fractures. METHODS: Prospective, single-center randomized controlled trial at a Level I trauma facility (April 2021-A…
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