Comparison of functional outcome of locking plate technique versus hybrid Ilizarov technique for complicated tibial plateau fractures

Abstract

<p>This study compares the functional outcomes of two approaches, the locking plate technique and the hybrid Ilizarov technique, in managing complicated tibial plateau fractures. Enrolling 78 patients at Jinnah Hospital, the research explores a nuanced difference in results. In Group A (Hybrid Ilizarov Technique), 84.6% males and 15.4% females participated, while Group B (Locking Plate Technique) had 82.1% males and 17.9% females. The locking plate approach demonstrated superior outcomes, suggesting its efficacy in treating tibial plateau fractures. </p>
 <p>Study design: Cross sectional study.</p>
 <p>Study setting was department of Orthopedic Surgery, Jinnah Hospital Lahore</p>
 <p>Objective/purpose of the study was to evaluate the functional results of locking plate and hybrid Ilizarov procedure for tibial plateau fractures using Rasmussen's knee functional score.</p>