Study of operative results of fracture distal end radius AO type 2R3C1 and C2 treated by external-fixator and k-wires in adults

Abstract

The wrist joint is one of the most important joints in human body, essential to carry out day to day activities. Fractures of the distal end of the radius are amongst the most common fractures encountered in clinical orthopaedic practice. Learning how to anatomically fix these fractures, so that good functional outcome is obtained is very important. The principle of ligamentotaxis can help in reduction of certain fractures. However, some specific fractures require additional stability. This can be done with certain closed procedures like K-wires and External fixator in adults. In this prospective study, we studied 26 patients from July 2020 to October 2021 having AO type 2R3C1 and C2 treated with K-wires + External fixator. Patients were followed up for an average of 9 months and functional outcome was calculated using Green O’Brien and Gartland and Werley scoring system.