Modified stoppa approach versus ilioinguinal approach for anterior acetabular fractures; a systematic review and meta-analysis

ABSTRACT

Modified Stoppa approach was introduced as an alternative to ilioinguinal approach for management of anterior fractures of acetabulum in order to reduce complications of the latter. However, the efficacy of either approach over other is not well established. The aim of this meta-analysis is to compare the efficacy of modified stoppa and ilioinguinal approach in the management of acetabular fractures in terms of a] quality of reduction achieved b] complication rates c] functional outcomes d] operative time e] intra-operative blood loss