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Fracture in leg.

2026-04-26 07:49:22
Is surgery really needed for this. pls give your opinion. dr was talking about inserting plates. thanking u in advance. i want second opinion.
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No surgery needed but do a Below knee synthetic plaster cast and avoid weight bearing for 4weeks

Answered2026-04-29 05:56:41

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Surgery not required Will heal in plaster

Answered2026-04-26 17:57:48

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It is minimally displaced lateral malleolus fracture is usually a stable ankle fracture and often heals well without surgery.
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Below knee cast for few weeks
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Keep leg g elevated to reduce swelling Avoid putting full weight until advised

Answered2026-04-26 15:20:42

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Get repeat X rays after week if it's getting displaced further and ankle joint is unstable better to fix it.

Answered2026-05-25 19:05:57

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Not needed ..not looking syndesmotic injury

Answered2026-04-27 15:21:56

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Not really needed

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