Abstract
The objective of this prospective study was to evaluate the patient-reported outcomes for patients with complex tibial fractures treated with a ring fixator. The secondary aim was to analyse the variables affecting patient-reported outcomes and time to union. Fifty-six patients participated in the study. The mean age at the time of fracture was 56.5 years (range 30-86). All fractures united during the study period. The ring fixator was removed at an average of 25.3 weeks (range 9-53). During treatment, the function and QOL increased with time. Compared with an established reference population, the study population showed a significantly worse EQ5D-5L index both throughout the treatment period and 8 weeks after frame removal. 18% of patients reported mild to severe depression 8 weeks after frame removal.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Strategies in Trauma and Limb Reconstruction (Print) |
Vol/bind | 12 |
Udgave nummer | 1 |
Sider (fra-til) | 35-44 |
Antal sider | 10 |
ISSN | 1828-8936 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2017 |