Segmental fractures of the clavicle are very rare. Therefore, to date, there has not been a clear, standardized method of management of segmental clavicle fractures. Herein, two patients with a segmental fracture are described: One patient was treated conservatively, while another patient was treated operatively. Both patients showed excellent results. We discuss the various management options with a literature review.
Case Reports
Case 1A 40-year-old man presented to the outpatient clinic CASE REPORT J Korean Fract Soc 2017;30(3):151-155 ISSN 1225-1682 (Print)ㆍISSN 2287
Purpose:The purpose of this study is to evaluate outcome of variable-angle volar locking plate for treatment of distal radius fractures.
Materials and Methods:We retrospectively analyzed the results in 45 cases treated by variable-angle volar locking plate. We evaluated the clinical results according to the Mayo wrist performance scoring system and radiographic results. Results: All cases had bony union. The mean Mayo wrist performance scoring system was 84.8. Between preoperative and immediate postoperative radiographic measurement, the mean radial length improved from 8.4 to 11.8 mm, radial inclination from 14. o (p>0.05). All cases showed bone union with no evidence of malunion, nonunion, or metal failure. Conclusion: Treatment of distal radius fractures using variable angle volar locking plate showed satisfactory outcomes. It is a good option to obtain stable fixation without significant loss of reduction.
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