Volar Locking Plate Fixations for Displaced Distal Radius Fractures: An Evaluation of Complications and Radiographic Outcomes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A volar locking plate (VLP) is the most frequently used form of implant used for open reduction and internal fixation of distal radius fractures. They are known to have a complication rate of up to 27%. We hypothesized that plate design could influence complication rates.

Methods

We performed a review of patients undergoing VLP fixation for distal radius fracture. A total of 228 patients underwent fixation with the Distal Volar Radial Anatomical (DVR) plate; 388 patients underwent fixation with the VariAx plate. Independent observers performed blinded case note and radiographic review, to assess for the quality of reduction, and complications for the inserted VLP.

Results

Mean time to surgery was 6.0 days; mean follow-up was 17.5 weeks. Mean age was 56.5 ye

SUBMITTER: Wilson J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6081777 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature