Improved perioperative outcomes and early functional recovery with 3D-printed osteotomy guide plates in ulnar shortening osteotomy: A retrospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Ulnar shortening osteotomy (USO) is the primary surgical intervention for the treatment of ulnar impaction syndrome (UIS), requiring high precision. Conventional techniques face challenges in achieving optimal outcomes. This study evaluates whether 3D-printed patient-specific osteotomy guide plates can improve surgical precision and functional recovery.

Methods

A retrospective comparative study was conducted on patients who underwent USO, divided into the USO group (n = 37) and the 3D-USO group (n = 20). Perioperative outcomes, radiographic precision (ulnar variance and osteotomy angle), functional recovery (visual analog scale, disability of the arm, shoulder and hand, modified mayo wrist score, grip strength and range of motion) and medical cost were

SUBMITTER: Dong Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12661214 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature