The role of diabetes mellitus and BMI in the surgical treatment of ankle fractures
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Lanzetti Riccardo Maria, Lupariello Domenico, Venditto Teresa, Guzzini Matteo, Ponzo Antonio, De Carli Angelo
DOI: 10.1002/dmrr.2954
ISSN: 1520-7552
Open reduction and internal fixation is the standard treatment for displaced ankle fractures. However, the presence of comorbidities such as diabetes mellitus and body mass index (BMI) are associated with poor bone quality, and these factors may predict the development of postoperative complications. The study aim was to assess the role of diabetes mellitus and BMI in wound healing in patients younger than 65 years who were surgically treated for malleoli fractures.