When treating ankle fractures, arthroscopic assistance is preferable to open reduction internal fixation: A Comprehensive Systematic Review

Abstract

Background: This study aims to provide when treating ankle fractures, asthroscopic assistance is preferable to open reduction internal fixation. Methods: Following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, this systematic review focused exclusively on full-text articles published in English between 2014 and 2024. Result: The study conducted a comprehensive review of over 100 publications sourced from reputable databases, including ScienceDirect, SagePub, and PubMed. Following an initial screening, five publications were identified as warranting more in-depth analysis. Consequently, a thorough review of these selected studies was performed to ensure a detailed and rigorous evaluation. Conclusion: When it comes to helping patients with ankle fractures feel better and function better, ARIF was not proven to be any better than ORIF. The decision between ARIF and ORIF will ultimately rely on the particular situation and the surgeon's evaluation of the patient's requirements and objectives.