Review
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World J Orthop. May 18, 2021; 12(5): 254-269
Published online May 18, 2021. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i5.254
Table 1 Summary of main criteria for conservative indication in isolated distal fibula fractures treatment
Nonoperative treatment
Displacement < 2 mm
Medial stability MCS < 4 mm in AP/mortise view and/or in dynamic radiographs view
Poor bone and skin quality
Long time lapse from injury
Advanced age, low functional demand
High risk of local and general complications