Volume : V, Issue : V, May - 2016

TIBIA PLATEAU FRACTURES TREATED BY LOCKING PLATE FROM LATERAL ASPECT

Moradiya Np, Chavali Vh, Mathur Hh

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 Objective: To study and analyze the early results of tibia plateau fractures fixed with locking plate from lateral aspect using the method of open reduction as well as minimally invasive technique. Introduction: Open reduction and internal fixation with plates is the gold standard method of treatment of Tibial Plateau fractures. However, multiple surgical incisions for dual plating add to the already compromised soft tissue envelope caused by high energy complex bicondylar fractures. Modern locking plating systems providing increased angular stability, low implant profile, improved design matching the periaritcular bone surface and compatible with the minimally invasive technique are nowadays the mainstay of clinical practice. Methodology: A cohort of 43 tibia plateau fractures, treated with locking plate (both open and minimally invasive methods) from lateral side between July 2013 and December 2015 were analyzed at minimum 6 months follow–up. Fractures were classified according to the Schatzker’s classification. Results: Twenty eight patients were managed by minimally invasive technique and 15 underwent open reduction. Average time to union was 11.60 weeks. Assessment was done using the modified Rasmussen’s clinical and radiological score. Excellent results were seen in 35%, good in 44%, fair in 14% and poor in 7% of patients. Statistical analysis showed that hospital stay and union time appeared independent of the type of surgical procedure. Also clinical and radiological results may vary in patients treated for tibia plateau fractures.

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Moradiya NP, Chavali VH, Mathur HH TIBIA PLATEAU FRACTURES TREATED BY LOCKING PLATE FROM LATERAL ASPECT International Journal of Scientific Research, Vol : 5, Issue : 5 MAY 2016

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