Fibula fractures management

Table 1 Summary of main criteria for conservative indication in isolated distal fibula fractures treatment

Nonoperative treatment
Displacement	< 2 mm
Medial stability	MCS < 4 mm in AP/mortise view and/or in dynamic radiographs view
Poor bone and skin quality
Long time lapse from injury
Advanced age, low functional demand
High risk of local and general complications

AP: Antero-posterior; MCS: Medial clear space.

Table 2 Summary of main criteria for surgical indication in isolated distal fibula fractures treatment

Surgical treatment
Displacement	> 2-5 mm
Medial instability	MCS > 4 mm in AP/mortise view or in dynamic radiographs view
Type C	Any displacement

AP: Antero-posterior; MCS: Medial clear space.