Background
The purpose of this study is to compare between the open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) using a volar plate and external fixation with K-wire fixation for the treatment of unstable distal radius fractures.
Materials and methods
This investigation was designed to prospectively evaluate the outcomes of similar distal radius fracture patterns treated by ORIF with volar plating vs closed reduction and pinning with external fixation.
Results
Open reduction and internal fixation with volar locking plate group has overall decrease incidence of complications significantly less radial shortening and significantly greater postoperative wrist motion when compared to external fixation.
Conclusion
Use of volar locking plate resulted in a faster recovery of function compared with external fixation. Use of volar locking plate resulted in better anatomical function and grip strength. However, no functional advantage was demonstrated at or beyond 12 weeks or 1 year.
Gupta SKV, Mandapalli P. Comparative Study between Bridging External Fixation vs Volar Plating (Ellis-T Plate) for Comminuted Fracture of the Distal End Radius. The Duke Orthop J 2015;5(1):20-24.
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