Abstract: Objective The treatment of distal tibial fractures caused by high energy,are more difficult,especially to open fractures.In this research,we used hybrid external fixation frames to treat un-displacement open fractures of distal tibia of elder people.The clinical therapeutic effect and complication were evaluated.Methods From 2004.1 to 2005.12,11 patients(3 males,8 females;age,65-78 years) with distal tibia fractures underwent the hybrid external fixation.Results The period of followup ranged from 12 to 24 m...

Key words: Fracture, Distal tibia, External fixation