Old but effective during this lockdown period a modifies pin plaster technique to treat distal tibia fractures

There are various methods for treating fractures of the distal tibia. The purpose of this study was to introduce a modified technique of ‘pin in plaster’ in treating the distal 1/3rd tibia fractures. Fifteen patients with fractures of the distal tibia AO classification A1 and A2 were followed for one-year post-application of the cast. Patients were excluded if they had complicated fractures or grade III b fractures or crush injuries, with multiple injuries or any pathological fractures or with any nerve or vascular injuries. Range of movement and functional results were calculated periodically at the 3rd and 6th months. Three cases developed pin tract infection in the study, all of which were treated with oral antibiotics successful. The fibula was fixed with plating in selected cases There were no cases of nerve injuries and no cases of tendon injury. All the cases that were treated were successful and completely weight-bearing by the end of the 4th month. Our modified technique is simple quick and effective to restore anatomic congruity and maintain the reduction in fractures of the distal tibia

Tibia fractures managed with minimally invasive internal fixation: a case series of 20 cases

Distal tibia fractures are frequently associated with an extensive soft tissue injury, leading to a higher risk of complications such as skin complications, infection, non-union, and eventually poor overall outcome. This study aims to measure the outcome of open/closed distal tibia fractures treated with minimally invasive internal fixation. We aim to propose an algorithm for the management of distal tibia fractures by evaluating the treatment options, outcomes, and risk factors present. This study is a case series study of all distal tibia fractures treated surgically in Kamineni Academy of Medical Sciences, LB Nagar from 2018 to 2022. Patient records were reviewed to analyze the outcomes of surgical treatment and the risk factors associated with it