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Summary of previous treatment, implant type and surgical approach (n = 16)
| Variable | Patients n (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Previous treatment | ||
| Debridement only (PTO cases) | 6 (37.5%) | |
| Prior internal fixation (Nonunion cases) | 7 (43.8%) | |
| Acute bone loss (Open fracture cases) | 3(18.7%) | |
| Final internal fixation implant | ||
| Locking plate | 11 (68.8%) | |
| Anatomical medial-lateral plate | 5 (31.2%) | |
| Surgical approach (final fixation) | ||
| Posterior | 10 (62.5%) | |
| Lateral | 4 (25.0%) | |
| Anterolateral | 2 (12.5%) |
