Functional outcomes, union rate, and complications of the Anser Clavicle Pin at 1 year: a novel intramedullary device in managing midshaft clavicle fractures.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Surgical management of displaced midshaft clavicle fractures in adults leads to better union rates, improved early functional outcomes, and increased patient satisfaction compared with nonoperative treatment. However, both intramedullary fixation and plate osteosynthesis are subject to a specific array of disadvantages and complications. The Anser Clavicle Pin is a novel intramedullary device designed to address these disadvantages and complications. The aim of this study was to evaluate the union rate, functional outcomes, and complications of the Anser Clavicle Pin at 1-year follow-up.

Methods

A prospective explorative case series including 20 patients with displaced midshaft clavicle fractures was performed in 2 hospitals. The primary outcomes were union rate,

SUBMITTER: Hoogervorst P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7256888 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature