Articles: open-reduction-internal-fixation-orif.
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To determine the effects of platelet rich plasma PRP on healing rates of long bone non-union fracture. ⋯ This trial is registered with the Iranian Clinical Trials Registry (IRCT201208262445N1; www.irct.ir).
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Comparative Study
Operative management of unstable ankle fractures in the elderly: our institutional experience.
Ankle fractures represent an exceptionally common injury within the elderly population. The total incidence of ankle fractures has been reported to be up to 184 fractures per 100,000 persons per year, of which 20 to 30 percent occur in the elderly. This study reports the results of operative management of ankle fractures in the elderly, with regard to functional outcome and complication rates. ⋯ We didn't observe any serious complications such as skin necrosis, deep infection, osteomyelitis and failure of metalwork. Our study suggests that the operative management of Weber B2 and B3 injuries can result in a favorable outcome. It is however of great importance that there are no delays in treatment, that the reduction is anatomical, that the fracture fixation is satisfactory and that the rehabilitation is commenced early.