International Journal of Orthopaedics Sciences

The outcome of plate fixation for displaced olecranon fractures

2020, Volume 6 Issue 1

The outcome of plate fixation for displaced olecranon fractures

Author(s): Dr. Thiripan Sathish Kumar, Dr. Anantharaman MS and Dr. Karthikeyan
Abstract: 
Objectives: To evaluate the outcome of plate fixation for displaced olecranon fractures
Materials and Methods: the present retrospective study was conducted in the Department of Orthopedics. Total 25 patients who underwent plate fixation of displaced olecranon fractures were reviewed by two surgeons were independently.
Results: mean arc of elbow motion 106.20 with range of motion from 10.20-116.70 and excellent clinical outcome was reported among 76% cases as per Broberg and Morrey scale. 22 patients achieved fracture union during 6 months follow up period.
Conclusion: locking plate fixation is a safe and effective option for the treatment of comminuted olecranon fractures.
Pages: 391-393  |  690 Views  105 Downloads


International Journal of Orthopaedics Sciences
How to cite this article:
Dr. Thiripan Sathish Kumar, Dr. Anantharaman MS, Dr. Karthikeyan. The outcome of plate fixation for displaced olecranon fractures. Int J Orthop Sci 2020;6(1):391-393. DOI: 10.22271/ortho.2020.v6.i1g.2189
 
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