| Bimalleolar fracture | |
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| Surgically treated bimalleolar fracture | |
| Specialty | Orthopedics |
A bimalleolar fracture is a fracture of the ankle that involves the lateral malleolus and the medial malleolus. Studies have shown[1] that bimalleolar fractures are more common in women, people over 60 years of age, and patients with existing comorbidities.[1]
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