Plate versus screw for ankle fracture repair
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to fix a broken ankle bone (the outer bump). Both methods use metal hardware, and the goal is to find which gives better healing and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have a broken outer ankle bone that is out of place or unstable.
- You may also have a break on the inner ankle bone or the back of the ankle.
- You do not have other major ankle injuries, like torn ligaments between the leg bones.
- You do not have severe open fractures, bone diseases, or uncontrolled diabetes.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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