The effectiveness and complications of distal end radius fractures treated with locking compression plate

Abstract

Open reduction and internal fixation is indicated to address the unstable distal radius fractures and those with articular incongruity that cannot be anatomically reduced and maintained through external manipulation and ligamentotaxis, provided sufficient bone stock is present to permit early range of motion. Following admission to the hospital, a careful history was elicited from the patients and / or attendants to reveal the mechanism of injury and the severity of trauma. All patients were thoroughly examined. Their general condition associated systemic diseases and associated injuries were noted. All the findings were duly recorded in the patient proforma. Of the 20 cases, 4(20%) of the fractures were of Type I Frykman’s classification, 2(10%) of Type II, 7(35%) of Type III, 3(15%) of Type IV, 1(5%) of Type V and 3(15%) of Type VIII. There were no cases of Type VI and VII fractures. We had excellent results, 9(45%) good results, 2(10%) fair results and no poor results.