Clinical outcome of plating in Comminuted (3 piece) clavicle fractures a Prospective study

Abstract

ABSTRACT Clavicle fracture is responsible for approximately 05 % to 10 % of all fractures. 70 % of clavicle fractures are midshaft fractures in adult population Most adults with midshaft clavicle fractures treated nonoperatively will achieve full healing. However, in recent studies it is shown that traditional management in comminuted clavicle fractures may result in higher rates of malunion, pain, and deformity than previously thought. Current evidence suggests that surgical treatment for these fractures can lead to superior functional outcomes, greater patient satisfaction compared to nonoperative treatment in patients who meet specific criteria..[3] Objectives- To study the clinical outcomes of plating in comminuted clavicle fractures. This was done using the following – 1. Oxford Shoulder Score to evaluate the day to day activities and hindrance in these owing to the surgery 2. Visual Analogue Scale to assess any chronic pain experienced by these patients. 3. Anatomical length restoration of operated side when compared to contralateral side after a 6 month follow up period.