Displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures are complex injuries often associated with significant functional impairment. In our retrospective analysis of 25 surgically managed cases, patients underwent fixation using either locking plates or cannulated cancellous screws. Functional outcomes were assessed using the AOFAS scoring system, and radiological parameters such as Bohler and Gissane angles were evaluated. Most patients achieved excellent to good outcomes, with no significant difference between plating and screw fixation techniques.
Implant removal was required in a subset of patients, but long-term functional recovery remained satisfactory. The study highlights that surgical decision-making should be individualized based on fracture geometry, soft tissue status, and surgeon expertise.
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