title: [Treatment of bimalleolar fractures by centromedullary nailing of the fibula].
abstract: An osteosynthesis technique involving nailing of the fibula was used to treat 106 bimalleolar fractures. Details of the technique used are described and results analyzed with respect to clinical course and radiologic findings. A generally favorable outcome was obtained. Nailing of the fibula provides a solid foundation, particularly in low and comminuted fractures.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D005360:Fibula / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D005594:Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary / Q000009:adverse effects; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013997:Time Factors
vernacular_title: Traitement des fractures bimalléolaires par enclouage centro-médullaire du péroné.