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Complications of Hook-Plate Fixation for Distal Clavicle Fractures
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Su Han An, Hyung Chun Kim, Kwang Yeol Kim, Ji Hoon Lee, Seung Hyun Yoon
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J Korean Fract Soc 2012;25(1):38-45. Published online January 31, 2012
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2012.25.1.38
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To report on the complications of hook-plate fixation for distal clavicle fractures.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Eighteen patients who underwent surgery for distal clavicle fracture with a hook-plate from April 2008 to April 2011 were enrolled with a minimum of 4 months follow-up. The reduction was qualified and evaluated according to the radiologic findings. We analyzed the results by UCLA score, Kona's functional evaluation, and VAS pain score.
RESULTS
By radiologic evaluation, 17 of 18 cases showed anatomical reduction and solid unions. Although satisfactory results were found in the clinical study as shown by the UCLA score, Kona's functional evaluation, and VAS pain score, complications arose in 7 cases, including osteolysis of the acromion in 2 cases, nonunion in 1 case, periprosthetic fracture in 2 cases, subacromial pain in 1 case, and skin irritation in 1 case. 2 cases of all required reoperation.
CONCLUSION
To reduce the complications of the hook-plate, a precise surgical technique and the choice of an appropriate size for the hook-plate are needed. We suggest that early removal of the plate is necessary to decrease the risk of subacromial impingement and erosion in hook-plate fixation.
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Min Su Joo, Hoi Young Kwon, Jeong Woo Kim
Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow.2021; 24(4): 202. CrossRef - Surgical Treatment of Unstable Distal Clavicle Fractures: Comparison of Transacromial Pin Fixation and Hook Plate Fixation
Young Sung Kim, Ho Min Lee, Han Gil Jang
The Journal of the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society.2013; 16(2): 123. CrossRef
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Retrograde Intramedullary Nailing or the Treatment of Segmental Femoral Shaft Fracture Including Distal Part
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Jong Ho Yoon, Byung Woo Ahn, Chong Kwan Kim, Jin Woo Jin, Ji Hoon Lee, Hyun Ku Cho, Joo Hyun Lee
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J Korean Fract Soc 2009;22(3):145-151. Published online July 31, 2009
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2009.22.3.145
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To evaluate the usefulness of the retrograde intramedullary nailing for the treatment of segmental femoral shaft fracture including distal part.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
We reviewed 15 patients of segmental femoral fracture, who had treated with retrograde intramedullary nailing and followed-up more than 1 year from January 2003 to October 2007. There were 10 men, 5 women, and the mean age was 45 years old. There were associated fracture in 10 cases. We evaluate the time for union, non-union and malunion by radiologic finding and functional assessment by Sanders' criteria.
RESULTS
The mean time of union was 21 weeks. There was one delayed union in proximal fracture site. There was no shortening more than 1.5 cm, no angular deformity more than 10 degrees, no postoperative infection or instability. According to Sanders' criteria, there were excellent clinical results in 9 cases, good results in 5 cases and fair result in 1 case.
CONCLUSION
The retrograde intramedullary nailing can be a useful method for treatment of segmental femoral shaft fracture including distal part.
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Yong-Woon Shin, Yerl-Bo Sung, Jeong Yoon Choi, Minkyu Kim
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2011; 24(4): 313. CrossRef
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