Computer-assisted open reduction internal fixation of intraarticular radius fractures navigated with patient-specific instrumentation, a prospective case series.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Intra-articular fractures are associated with posttraumatic arthritis if inappropriately treated. Exact reduction of the joint congruency is the main factor to avoid the development of arthrosis. Aim of this study was to evaluate feasibility of computer-assisted surgical planning and 3D-printed patient-specific instrumentation (PSI) for treatment of distal intraarticular radius fractures.

Method

7 Patients who suffered a distal intraarticular radius fracture were enrolled in this prospective case series. Preoperative CT-scan was recorded, whereupon a 3D model was computed for surgical planning and design of PSI for surgical navigation. Postoperative accuracy and joint congruency were assessed. Patients were followed-up 3, 6 and 12 months postoperatively.

Result

SUBMITTER: Casari FA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8295140 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature