| Autor: |
Junaise MS, Pinki Pargal, (MCH), Anurag Salwan, (MS), Pallavi Nigam, (MS), Randeep Singh Lamba, (MS) |
| Rok vydání: |
2023 |
| Předmět: |
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| DOI: |
10.5281/zenodo.8103877 |
| Popis: |
Background: Kirschner wire (KW) internal fixation and AO microplate screw fixation are among the more popular types of internal fixation that are utilized in the treatment of metacarpal fractures in clinical settings. Internal fixation is the first option that is currently used in the treatment of metacarpal fractures. The application effect of the aforementioned two types of internal fixation treatment continues to be debatable in clinical settings, despite the fact that they both exist. The aim of this study was to assess the functional outcome of metacarpal fracture managed by K-wire fixation or mini plate. Methods and Materials: Retrospective study with a total of 120 patients with metacarpal fractures were included in the study and patients with severely crushed metacarpal and soft tissue were excluded from the study. Patients were divided into two groups. Group A included patients in which k wiring was done and group B contained patients in which miniplate was applied for fracture fixation . Results: Functional outcomes of both surgery was compared in the groups and p value of less than 0.05 was considered to be significant. There was a statistically significant difference in the rate of union between the two groups. Additionally, there was a difference in the complications and DASH scores, but the difference was not statistically significant. Conclusion: Mini-plate is a good alternative for metacarpal fractures to K-wire fixation with comparable outcomes and accelerated rate of fracture union. |
| Databáze: |
OpenAIRE |
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