title: A.S.I.F. technique and ankle fractures.
abstract: Results of using the technique of the Association for the Study of Internal Fixation, when applied to fractures, include accurate anatomic reduction, secure fixation and allows early mobilization, resulting in rapid resumption of normal function. In a series of 71 (of 77) ankle fractures, followed for an average of 38 months, 93.5% had good or excellent clinical results.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D016512:Ankle Injuries; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D005360:Fibula / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000601:surgery