OUTCOMES OF STOPPA APPROACH FOR ANTERIOR PLATE FIXATION IN UNSTABLE PELVIC RING INJURIES

Abstract

Background: Unstable pelvic ring injuries are severe orthopedic emergencies often caused by 
high-energy trauma such as motor vehicle accidents, falls from significant heights, or crush 
injuries. The goal of treatment is to restore the stability of the pelvic ring, promote bone healing, 
and prevent long-term functional impairment.The pelvic ring is a complex structure composed 
of the sacrum, coccyx, and two innominate bones (ilium, ischium, and pubis) that are connected 
by strong ligaments. The Young and Burgess classification system categorizes pelvic ring 
injuries based on the mechanism of trauma — lateral compression (LC), anteroposterior 
compression (APC), vertical shear (VS), and combined mechanisms — guiding the selection 
of appropriate surgical approaches