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Deltoid ligament repair is not necessary in patients with bimalleolar equivalent ankle fractures.
Musculoskeletal surgery·July 23, 2026·PMID 42490024
Why it mattersOrthopedic surgeons managing bimalleolar equivalent ankle fractures often debate the necessity of deltoid ligament repair. This meta-analysis of RCTs provides higher-level evidence that routine repair does not improve functional outcomes or reduce complications, potentially streamlining surgical decision-making and reducing operative time.
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