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Unstable Weber B Fractures: Cast vs Surgery

Study compares treatment approaches for a type of lateral malleolus fracture deemed unstable on stress testing

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    Trial assessed unimalleolar Weber B ankle fractures.

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    126 patients underwent either casting or surgery.

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    No significant functional outcome difference at 2 years.

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    Fewer complications with cast than surgery.

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    Advocates for a conservative approach to treatment.

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Unstable Weber B Fractures: Cast vs Surgery

Study compares treatment approaches for a type of lateral malleolus fracture deemed unstable on stress testing

  • by Julia Cipriano, MS, CMPP

  • February 25, 2026

  • 3 min

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