Distal humerus fracture fixation using anatomical distal humerus plate
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Supracondylar Intercondylar Fracture Humerus - Anatomical Distal Humerus PlatesAbstract
Background: The complex geometry of the distal humerus makes distal humerus fractures the rarest form of humerus fracture in the adult population. Their treatment is a challenge. The patients and orthopaedic surgeons are both significantly burdened by these injuries. The locking compression plate and distal humerus plate (LCP-DHP) system facilitates early mobilisation for distal humerus fractures by offering high-quality reconstructions and sufficient stability. Objective: The objective of this investigation is to assess the functional and radiological results of fixed distal humerus fractures using an anatomical humeral plate. We will evaluate functional outcomes using Mayo elbow performance (MEP) scores. Materials and Methods: A prospective study of 20 patients with supracondylar intercondylar humeral fractures was treated by anatomical distal humeral plates in the department of Orthopaedics at El-Menoufia university hospitals from November 2022 till October 2023. Age, sex, fracture type, mode of injury, limb involvement, associated injuries, follow-up, complications, and final outcomes were all taken into account when recording and analysing the variables of each patient. The patients were monitored at varying intervals, beginning with weekly visits for the first month, followed by one-month intervals for the subsequent six months, and finally, three-month intervals.
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