OPTIMIZING RECOVERY IN ATHLETES: FLUOROSCOPIC NAVIGATION-GUIDED PERCUTANEOUS SACROILIAC SCREW FIXATION FOR PELVIC FRACTURES

Abstract

Pelvic fractures are significant injuries prevalent among athletes, constituting a considerable portion of sports-related skeletal traumas. These injuries, due to their complex nature and high incidence in bone and joint trauma, require innovative and precise treatment methods to ensure optimal recovery and return to athletic activities. This study evaluates the efficacy of fluoroscopic navigation-guided percutaneous sacroiliac screw fixation, a modern surgical technique increasingly adopted for stabilizing pelvic fractures with posterior ring instability. Eighty athletic patients with diagnosed pelvic fractures from January 2021 to March 2022 were selected. All cases were confirmed through imaging methods such as X-ray, CT, and MRI. The patients were divided into two groups: a treatment group and a control group, each comprising 40 individuals undergoing different therapeutic approaches. The study focused on comparing perioperative metrics, treatment outcomes, functional recovery, occurrence of postoperative complications, and postoperative quality of life and satisfaction between the groups. The results highlighted that athletes receiving fluoroscopic navigation-guided screw fixation, combined with comprehensive perioperative care including fracture management, bowel and psychological preparation, and pain management, showed significantly better outcomes. These included improved functional recovery and higher postoperative quality of life compared to the control group. The findings suggest that integrating advanced surgical techniques with tailored perioperative care significantly enhances treatment effects, reduces complication rates, and boosts overall recovery and quality of life, making it a valuable practice for managing athletic patients with pelvic fractures.