Objectives: The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the results of anatomical frame plate osteosynthesis in patients with Ada and Miller Type 2 or 4 scapula fractures.
Methods: Eleven Ada and Miller Type 2 or 4 scapula fractures in nine patients were treated with anatomical frame plate osteosynthesis. The mean follow-up time was 39.8 (12–77) months. The results were evaluated using the Herscovici score.
Results: No complications, such as neurovascular injury, postoperative hematoma, infection, delayed wound healing, implant failure, delayed union, or nonunion occurred. Based on the Herscovici score, the results were excellent.
Conclusion: Osteosynthesis with anatomical frame plates appears to be a safe method that allows early range of motion and that provides excellent results in Ada and Miller Type 2 or 4 scapula fractures.
| Primary Language | English |
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| Subjects | Health Care Administration |
| Journal Section | Research Article |
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| Publication Date | July 15, 2011 |
| Published in Issue | Year 2011 Volume: 45 Issue: 3 |