Treatment of fractures of lateral end of clavicle with open reduction using clavicle hook plate

Abstract

Background: Fracture of lateral end clavicle constitutes merely 15% of clavicle fracture, only a third of these fractures are displaced. No solo treatment method has been hailed as the most favored technique to deal with the fracture lateral end clavicle, yielding consistently good union, with least complications. Objective: This early study attempts to assess the role of Clavicle Hook Plate, in the dealing lateral end clavicle fractures, whether it promises to be the most preferred technique.Material and Methods: To assess the results and long term effects in use of this plate we performed a retrospective analysis with a mean follow up of 24 months (2 years) of 20 patients with acute displaced lateral clavicle fractures, fixed with the clavicle hook plate. Results: Our short term results in all patients were first-class to excellent. None underwent non- union. Impingement symptoms were detected in 4 patients, 1 patient had skin/soft tissue issues and 1 had infection, warranting early implant removal. patients were re-evaluated at a mean follow-up period of 2 years. Conclusions: Clavicle hook plate is a reasonably good key treatment choice in fixing the acute displaced lateral end clavicle fractures. Proper selection of patients with good skin conditions and infection control are essential.