Non-vascularised fibula as an adjuvant in the management of diaphyseal humerus non-union- A meta-analysis and systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

There is no standard protocol for managing non-union of diaphyseal humerus bone, with several authors reporting their results using various techniques and methods for its management. No meta-analysis has reported the results of managing these cases with non-vascularized fibula grafting as an adjuvant for osteosynthesis.

Materials and methods

This meta-analysis was performed to estimate the pooled data for calculating the union rates in diaphyseal humerus fractures managed with non-vascularized fibula grafting. Risk of Bias was computed using the Joanna Briggs Institute appraisal tool.

Results

A total of 5 studies, comprising 102 patients, were included. The pooled estimate demonstrated that 94 patients achieved bone union with intramedullary fibular strut

SUBMITTER: Sharma TK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11293522 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature