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What is the preferred fixation method for a complex 33-A fracture with metaphyseal comminution?

For complex AO/OTA type 33-A fractures, especially with metaphyseal comminution, a distal femoral locking plate (DFLP) is preferred due to its ability to provide angular stability in osteoporotic bone.