Plate osteosynthesis versus intramedullary nailing for both forearm bones fractures

Abstract

Based on the significant differences in the ratio of the contralateral side, plate osteosynthesis resulted in a more excellent extent of restoration to the conditions prior to the injury. Nevertheless, such significant differences in the restoration of the bow had no effect on the final clinical outcome. If the indication is properly selected, our results suggested intramedullary nailing can be acceptable and effective treatment options for fractures in both forearm bones.

Intramedullary Nailing Of Adult Isolated Diaphyseal Radius Fractures

“…[1][2][3][4] Displaced radius diaphyseal fracture usually requires surgical treatment. [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18] Köse et al Intramedullary nailing of adult isolated diaphyseal radius fractures The most commonly used and accepted method is osteosynthesis with plate and screws. [1,2] The number of studies that have evaluated outcome of isolated radius or isolated ulna fractures is limited.…”

“…Most studies have been concerned with fractures of both bones of the forearm. [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18] Therefore, as the present study focuses on outcome of treatment of isolated radius fractures, it can be considered a valuable contribution to the literature.…”

“…More recently, a newly designed radius nail, which provides rotational stability and does not require additional fixation material, has begun to be used in the treatment of radius diaphyseal fractures. [4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18] In the present study, a splint was used until patients could tolerate the pain, though splint immobilization was unrelated to the stability of fixation. In patients who could tolerate the pain following splinting, active movements were immediately initiated.…”

“…[5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24] Differences in the restoration of radial bowing and radial bowing localization were reported in studies that compared plate and screw osteosynthesis with intramedullary nailing, though no significant differences in functional and clinical outcomes were reported. [10] This result is most likely due to short immobilization period and early rehabilitation.…”

“…However, the new design of intramedullary radius nails provides satisfactory functional and clinical outcomes, and the treatment method has come to be used more widely. [4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18] …”