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Is orif surg for trimalleolar dislocation (2 posterior fragments) w ruptured syndesmosis best done at a hosp w over night stay or ok outpatient?
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Ankle fracture: Listen to what your podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon has to say, but my guess would be best in a hospital.
Answered 8/18/2016
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