The surgery involves the use of screws, plates, medical nails, and other hardware to achieve bone union.
[2][3] Complications of ankle fusion may include infection, non-union, and, rarely, amputation.
A cost-effectiveness analysis revealed that ankle replacement may be better value for money over the course of a person's lifetime.
[6][10] One major approach to TTC arthrodesis uses an intramedullary (IM) medical nail.
[11] It was concluded that the nail can oftentimes provide structural support and relief from pain even without union.