Outcomes of patients treated with minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis in the management of distal tibial fractures

Background: Distal tibial fractures are a common injury, often caused by high-energy trauma, and can result in significant morbidity. Traditional surgical management with open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) is associated complications including infection soft tissue injury. Minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) has emerged as potential alternative, advantages less injury faster return to function. The study aimed evaluate the outcomes of MIPO for distal fractures. Method: Sample size 38 patients between 18-80 years age treated was included. Patient demographics, fracture characteristics, details postop collected. Results: A total tibia mean 44.36 were included study. duration hospital stay 12.71 days, time required union 18.61 weeks. AOFAS score improved significantly from 3 6 months after surgery. However, 15 (34.88%) reported complications, deep skin necrosis being most common. Out 43 patients, 11 underwent culture sensitivity testing, no growth 5 cases, remaining cases showed various bacterial infections. Seven implant removal due complications. Conclusions: provides valuable information about use treating fractures, well risk this approach.