Volar fixation of dorsally displaced distal radial fracture using locking compression plate.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
To evaluate the functional and radiological results of treating unstable fractures of the dorsal distal radius with a volar locking plate. Dorsally displaced distal radial fractures in 30 patients (11 men and 19 women; mean age, 58.6 years) were fixed by volar locking compression plate and followed up for a minimum of one year. At final functional assessment, 24 patients achieved excellent and 5 achieved good outcomes, with one patient exhibiting fair results. Radiological scores demonstrated 22 excellent and 8 good outcomes. No nonunion or infection occurred. Volar locking compression plating is a safe and effective treatment for unstable fractures of the dorsal distal radius.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Plates
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Joint Dislocations
- Radius Fractures
- Wrist Injuries
Anatomy
- radius
- wrist