Results of technique of intrafocal pinning in the management of distal radius fractures

Abstract

Background and Objectives: Fractures of distal end of the radius are the most common fractures that orthopedic surgeons have to treat. Range of fracture extends from simple extraarticular to highly communited intraarticular fractures. Our objective was to to assess the outcome of intra focal pinning in distal radius fractures in terms of functional recovery and radiological union and to assess the complications associated with the procedure. Materials and Methods: The present prospective study was conducted between January 2016 and September 2017. 30 patients were enrolled for the study and follow up for a period of 6 months. Closed reduction and percutaneous pinning with K wire were done. The radiological parameters were assessed for pre-reduction, post reduction, 4 weeks, 3 months and at 6 months. The data from the radiological parameters was analyzed using students t-test, Bonferroni comparison test and chi-square test. The values were normally distributed (normality test P= 0.3) and significance was assessed using a paired t-test. The statistical significance was defined as p