Background: Periosteal stripping (PS) is a
controversial technique in fracture management,
with studies reporting both positive and negative effects on bone healing. This study aims to evaluate
the effectiveness of PS and non- periosteal
stripping (NPS) on fracture healing in the Sprague Dawley rat model. Methods:
This study is an in vivo experimental research. Male Sprague Dawley rats (8-10 weeks old) were
divided into four groups (n=10 per group): Group I: NPS, evaluation day 14;
Group II: PS, evaluation day 14; Group III: NPS, evaluation
day 28 and Group IV: PS, evaluation day 28. A standard fracture was created in the
tibia, and PS or NPS was performed. Radiographic
evaluation was performed on days 14 and 28, with the RUST score (Radiographic Union Score for Tibia)
used to assess fracture healing. Statistical
analysis was performed using the Kruskal-Wallis test. Results: The RUST score
showed better fracture healing in the NPS group compared to PS on day 28 (p<0 xss=removed> (p>0.05). Conclusion: NPS
was more effective
in accelerating fracture
healing in Sprague Dawley rats than PS, especially in the later stages
of healing. These findings provide
further evidence of the potential adverse effects
of PS and highlight the importance of considering time in assessing its efficacy.
