Dynamic Compared with Static External Fixation of Unstable Fractures of the Distal Part of the Radius

2010 ◽  
Vol 92 (8) ◽  
pp. 1687-1696 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leiv M Hove ◽  
Yngvar Krukhaug ◽  
Kåre Revheim ◽  
Per Helland ◽  
Vilh Finsen
Keyword(s):  
External Fixation ◽  
Distal Part ◽  
Unstable Fractures

Pins and Plaster vs External Fixation in the Treatment of Unstable Distal Radial Fractures

1995 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 365-372 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. T. HUTCHINSON ◽  
G. O. STRENZ ◽  
R. A. CAUTILLI
Keyword(s):  
Grip Strength ◽  
External Fixation ◽  
Complication Rate ◽  
Patient Questionnaire ◽  
Distal Radial Fractures ◽  
Treatment Groups ◽  
Radial Length ◽  
Record Review ◽  
Unstable Fractures

90 unstable fractures of the distal radius were studied in a randomized, prospective manner. Follow-up consisted of patient questionnaire, medical record review, therapist evaluation and radiography at 4 months, 1 year and 2 years post-operatively. Overall results were good or excellent in 94%. No significant differences were found between treatment groups (external fixation and pins and plaster) in final results, range of motion, intrinsic tightness, grip strength, or the presence of arthritis. The complication rate was high for both groups (45%), and half of the complications were major. External fixation maintained radial length more effectively (significantly in those patients followed for 2 years) but was associated with higher initial costs (20 times) and a greater number of minor complications.

Double-plating of comminuted, unstable fractures of the distal part of the femur.

1991 ◽  
Vol 73 (3) ◽  
pp. 341-346 ◽  
Author(s):  
R Sanders ◽  
M Swiontkowski ◽  
H Rosen ◽  
D Helfet
Keyword(s):  
Distal Part ◽  
Double Plating ◽  
Unstable Fractures
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