Journal of Musculoskeletal Trauma

Minimally Invasive Osteosynthesis with Locking Compression Plate for Distal Tibia Fractures: Sung Kyu Kim, Keun Bae Lee, Keun Young Lim, Eun Sun Moon; J Korean Fract Soc 2011;24(1):33-40. Published online January 31, 2011; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2011.24.1.33

PURPOSE
To evaluate the outcome of minimally invasive osteosynthesis using locking compression plate for distal tibia fractures.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Forty five patients (45 cases) who underwent minimally invasive osteosynthesis using locking compression plate for distal tibia fractures between January 2006 and June 2008, were followed for more than one year. The average duration of the follow-up was 30.5 months (12~54 months). The fracture types were as followed: 26 cases (58%) of extraarticular fractures, 19 cases (42%) of intraarticular fractures, and 16 cases (36%) of open fractures.
RESULTS
All patients achieved bone union at average of 21weeks (12~36 weeks). The average American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society ankle-hindfoot scales was 84.6 points (65~100 points) and range of ankle motion averaged at 46.5 degrees (20~60 degrees). Complications included 6 cases of superficial infection, 3 cases of malalignment and 5 cases of skin irritation by plate. There were no cases of deep infection, skin necrosis, shortening and metal breakage.
CONCLUSION
Minimally invasive osteosynthesis using locking compression plate for distal tibia fractures is considered to be an effective method with high healing rate, rapid functional recovery and low complication rate due to minimal disruption of bone and soft tissue biology and improved fixation strength.

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Anterolateral Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis of Distal Tibial Fractures Using an Anterolateral Locking Plate
Dongwhan Suh, Hwan Hee Lee, Young Hoon Han, Jae Jung Jeong
Journal of Korean Foot and Ankle Society.2020; 24(1): 19. CrossRef
Comparative Analysis of Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis and Intramedullary Nailing in the Treatment of the Distal Tibia Fractures
Ho-Min Lee, Young-Sung Kim, Jong-Pil Kim, Phil-Hyun Chung, Suk Kang, Kaung Suk Jo
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2018; 31(3): 94. CrossRef
Comparison of the Results between Intramedullary Nailing and Plate Fixation for Distal Tibia Fractures
Jung-Han Kim, Heui-Chul Gwak, Chang-Rack Lee, Yang-Hwan Jung
Journal of Korean Foot and Ankle Society.2015; 19(3): 86. CrossRef
Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis for Fractures of Distal Tibia
Tae Hun Kim, So Hak Chung
Kosin Medical Journal.2014; 29(1): 23. CrossRef

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Surgical Outcome of Stable Scaphoid Nonunion without Bone Graft: Eun Sun Moon, Myung Sun Kim, Il Kyu Kong, Min Sun Choi; J Korean Fract Soc 2010;23(1):69-75. Published online January 31, 2010; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2010.23.1.69

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To evaluate the results of Acutrak-screw fixation without bone-graft for the treatment of stable scaphoid nonunion and to assess its prognostic factors.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Fifteen patients who underwent internal fixation using Acutrak-screw without bone graft for stable scaphoid nonunion were studied. Standard radiographs and CT were analyzed for degenerative changes (presence of cystic change and periscaphoid osteoarthritis), the nonunion site using fragment ratio and union. Clinically, patients age and the interval to surgery were evaluated.
RESULTS
Mean follow-up duration was 31 months and 11 of 15 (73.3 percentages) cases healed at mean time of 12.8 weeks. Fragment ratio of nonunion site was 37.2 percentages in nonunion group and 54.2 percentages in union group (p=0.016). Presence of cystic change and periscaphoid osteoarthritis showed no singnificant statistical difference in both groups. Younger age lower than 20 years was closely related with bone union (p=0.001). But there were little correlation between bone union and interval to surgery.
CONCLUSION
Internal fixation without bone graft showed 73.3 percentages of overall union rate in the treatment of stable scaphoid nonunion. And young patients who have distally located stable scaphoid nonunion can be successfully treated with internal fixation without bone graft.

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Plate Fixation of AO Type C3 Fractures of the Distal Radius: Eun Sun Moon, Myung Sun Kim, Hyeong Won Park, Min Sun Choi; J Korean Fract Soc 2009;22(3):172-178. Published online July 31, 2009; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2009.22.3.172

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To evaluate clinical and radiographic results of open reduction and internal fixation with plate in AO type C3 distal radius fracture.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
We treated 18 fractures and the mean follow up was 16 months. The average age was 47.1 years old, 12 male and 6 female were included. There were 9 C3.1 fracture, 5 C3.2 and 4 C3.3. Green & O'Brien's modified clinical scoring system and Demerit Point system were applied to evaluate clinical results, for radiographic evaluation, radial length, radial inclination, volar tilt, and Sarmiento's Criteria for Anatomic results were assessed.
RESULTS
Clinical results were 5 of excellent, 7 of good, and 6 of fair by Green & O'Brien's score and were 5 of excellent, 6 of good, and 7 of fair by Demerit point. There was no significant difference of radiographic results between immediate postoperation and last follow-up, and Sarmiento's Criteria showed 8 excellent, 4 good, and 6 fair.
CONCLUSION
The open reduction and internal fixation with plate in AO type C3 distal radius is considered as a good treatment method that particularly benefits from fracture stable fixation without fixation loss and early rehabilitation.

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The Amount and Related Factors of Reduction Loss in Distal Radius Fracture after Treatment by Kapandji Technique: Eun Sun Moon, Myung Sun Kim, Il Kyu Kong; J Korean Fract Soc 2007;20(3):252-259. Published online July 31, 2007; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2007.20.3.252

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PURPOSE
To evaluate the amount and related factors of reduction loss in distal radius fracture after treatment by Kapandji technique.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
From September 2004 to May 2006, 44 cases (43 patients) of distal radius fractures were treated by Kapandji technique. Fracture were classified with AO classification and volar tilt, radial inclination, and radial length were measured in preoperative, immediate, postoperative radiographs. Also the amount and related risk factors of reduction loss were analyzed. In addition, the radiological results at last follow up were evaluated using modified Lidstrom scoring system.
RESULTS
There was significantly more reduction loss of volar tilt in the patients with AO type C comparing with other fracture types, but the patients who were treated using three k-wire fixations including intrafocal K-wires showed significantly more reduction loss of volar tilt also. Overall radiological results at last follow up showed that excellent was 50% in cases with dorsal comminution, but, the other cases 90%. In addition, excellent was 70% in type A cases, but, in type C 44%.
CONCLUSION
Kapandji technique percutaneous pinning is the one of effective treatment options for distal radius fracture. But, type of fracture, total number of K-wires, and presence of dorsal cortical comminution showed the significant relation with postoperative reduction loss of volar tilt and overall radiological results at last follow up.

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Treatment of Fractures of the Distal Radius Using Variable-Angle Volar Locking Plate
Jae-Cheon Sim, Sung-Sik Ha, Ki-Do Hong, Tae-Ho Kim, Min-Chul Sung
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2015; 28(1): 46. CrossRef
Comparative Analysis of the Results of Fixed-angle versus Variable-angle Volar Locking Plate for Distal Radius Fracture Fixation
Seung-Do Cha, Jai-Hyung Park, Hyung-Soo Kim, Soo-Tae Chung, Jeong-Hyun Yoo, Joo-Hak Kim, Jung-Hwan Park
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2012; 25(3): 197. CrossRef
Results of the Kapandji Procedure in the AO Type C Distal Radius Fracture in Patients over Age 60
Chul Hong Kim, Sung Soo Kim, Myung Jin Lee, Hyeon Jun Kim, Bo Kun Kim, Young Hoon Lim
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2012; 25(3): 191. CrossRef

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The Surgical Outcomes for Isolated Greater Tuberosity Fracture of Proximal Humerus: Eun Sun Moon, Myung Sun Kim, Young Jin Kim; J Korean Fract Soc 2007;20(3):239-245. Published online July 31, 2007; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2007.20.3.239

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PURPOSE
To evaluate the adequate surgical methods and postoperative rehabilitation by analyzing the outcome of surgical treatment for isolated greater tuberosity fracture of proximal humerus.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Ten patients who allowed at least 1 year follow up after the surgical treatment of isolated greater tuberosity fractures were evaluated. Their mean age was 52.3 years (range, 28~67) and mean follow up duration was 23.8 months (range, 12~36). We choosed the different approaches and fixation methods according to size, location and presence of comminution of the fragment, and combined injury. The rehabilitation programs were indivisualized and we evaluated the clinical outcomes using UCLA and Constant scoring system.
RESULTS
According to the UCLA scoring system, 5 cases were excellent, 3 cases were satisfactory, and 2 cases were unsatisfactory. By the Constant scoring system, 8 cases were excellent and 2 cases were good. The average bony union time was 7.6 weeks (range, 6~8) except the 2 cases of revision surgery. Two cases were operated using cannulated screws alone, 3 cases using only nonabsorbable sutures and 5 cases using cannulated screws and nonabsorbable sutures. One out of two revision cases was developed from the negligence of preoperative shoulder anterior dislocation with rupture of subscapularis, and the other was caused by improper immobilization of the fracture site postoperatively.
CONCLUSION
Not only the adequate surgical approaches and the fixation methods according to the size and comminution of fragment, but also the identification of combined injuries were very important in the surgical treatment for the isolated greater tuberosity fracture. And we considered that the adequate postoperative rehabilitation and proper protection based on the intraoperative fixation stability play an important role for the better clinical and radiological outcomes.

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Clinical Features and Characteristics of Greater Tuberosity Fractures with or without Shoulder Dislocation
Dong-Wan Kim, Young-Jae Lim, Ki-Cheor Bae, Beom-Soo Kim, Yong-Ho Lee, Chul-Hyun Cho
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2018; 31(4): 139. CrossRef
The Surgical Outcomes of Isolated Greater Tuberosity Fractures of the Proximal Humerus Fixed with the Spring Plate
Dong-Ju Shin, Young-Soo Byun, Se-Ang Chang, Hee-Min Yun, Ho-Won Park, Jae-Young Park
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2009; 22(3): 159. CrossRef

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The Treatment of Unstable Proximal Humerus Fracture Using Locking Plate: Eun Sun Moon, Myung Sun Kim, Kyung Soon Park, Jae Yoon Chung, Keun Bae Lee; J Korean Fract Soc 2006;19(2):193-200. Published online April 30, 2006; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2006.19.2.193

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PURPOSE
The purpose of this study was to determine the results of internal fixation with locking plate system for the unstable proximal humerus fracture.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Sixteen cases of unstable proximal humerus fracture were treated using locking plate system between September 2004 and June 2005. Average age of the patients was 55.6 years (range, 22 to 78), male was four patients, female was twelve. The clinical outcomes were evaluated by using Neer's evaluation criteria and Constant socring system. We analyzed the radiological results by bony union time and Paavolainen method. All data was analyzed statistically.
RESULTS
According to Neer's evaluation ciriteria, eleven cases (69%) showed excellent or satisfactory results and according to Constant scoring system, twelve cases (75%) showed excellent or good result. Twelve cases (75%) showed good results by Paavolainen method. In all cases, bony union was obtained in average 12.8 weeks after operation. There were two complications; one screw irritation and one screw loosing.
CONCLUSION
The patients treated using locking proximal humerus plate could exercise earlier due to good initial stability. And the clinical and radiological results were relatively good. The treatment of unstable proximal humerus fracture with locking plate system was considered as a good method.

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Open Intramedullary Nail with Tension Band Sutures & Lock Sutures on Proximal Humeral Three-part Fracture
Jin-Oh Park, Jin-Young Park, Sung-Tae Lee, Hong-Keun Park
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2007; 20(1): 45. CrossRef

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Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for Traumatic Soft Tissue Defects: Keun Bae Lee, Jin Choi, Eun Sun Moon, Taek Rim Yoon, Keun Young Lim; J Korean Fract Soc 2006;19(1):67-71. Published online January 31, 2006; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2006.19.1.67

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PURPOSE
To evaluate the negative pressure wound therapy for traumatic soft tissue defects by vacuum-assised closure (V.A.C.(R)).
MATERIALS AND METHODS
33 patients with traumatic soft tissue defects were treated by using V.A.C.(R) which removes edema fluid, eliminates an extrinsic cause of microcirculatory embarrassment and may directly stimulate cellular proliferation of reparative granulation tissue. We removed all necrotic tissue prior to application of the V.A.C.(R). The foam dressing was placed into direct contact with wound and was changed every 48~72 hours. The setting for vacuum pump was continuous pressure of 100 to 125 mm Hg. C-reactive protein was checked to evaluate wound infection. We measured wound size and total duration of treatment.
RESULTS
Mean duration of treatment was 25.2 days and mean decrease of wound size was 31.9%. The concentration of CRP after V.A.C.(R) therapy reduced by day 8 below 1.0 mg/dl and gradually decreased to normal level by day 10. All patients showed hastened wound healing by rapid formation of granulation tissue.
CONCLUSION
Negative pressure wound therapy is useful in patients with traumatic soft tissue defects, which reduces treatment duration and cost by rapid wound healing and effective infection control.

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Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy Using Modified Vacuum-Assisted Closure in Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Bong Jae Kim, Ji Hye Suk, A Ra Jo, Jong Kun Ha, Chan Woo Jung, Seong Oh Park, Hyung Taek Park, Mi Kyung Kim
Journal of Korean Diabetes.2011; 12(2): 122. CrossRef
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Ki-Chul Park
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2010; 23(1): 155. CrossRef

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Treatment in Distal Humerus Fracture with Anatomical Y Plate: Eun Sun Moon, Sung Man Rowe, Jong Keun Seon, Myung Sun Kim, Seong Beom Cho; J Korean Fract Soc 2004;17(2):76-82. Published online April 30, 2004; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2004.17.2.76

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PURPOSE
To evaluate the clinical results of this modified anatomical Y-plate in treatment of distal humerus fracture and factors that affect the results.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
From April 1991 to January 2002, 40 cases (16 male, 24 female) of distal humeral fractures were treated using a modified anatomical Y plate. The patient's age, gender, pain, range of motion, instability, function, bone union, and complication were recorded.
RESULTS
At the operation, the mean age of patients is 49.5 years (12~74 years) and mean follow up period is 18 months (13~82 months). In the range of motion, mean flexion is 122.1 degrees (75~140 degrees) and mean flexion contracture is 11.4 degrees (0~30 degrees). Results by Morrey's functional evaluation include 15 excellent, 23 good and 2 fair cases. There are 2 excellent and 5 good cases in patients of supracondylar fracture which didn't involve the articular surface (A2, A3 type of AO classification), and 13 excellent, 18 good and 2 fair cases in patients of intracondylar fracture which involve the articular surface (B2, C1, C2, C3 type). But there is no statistical significance in results between two groups. There are 3 excellent, 3 good cases in 6 open fracture and 2 excellent, 6 good and 1 fair case in 9 patients with multiple trauma. The patient's age, gender, open fracture, multiple trauma, and intraarticular fracture did not affect the results.
CONCLUSION
Satisfactory results can be obtained if the modified anatomical Y-plate is used to treat a distal humerus fracture, regardless of many factors affecting the results.

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Comparative study of a Y- anatomical and innovative locking plate versus double plate for supracondylar humeral fracture
Hugo Barret, Romain Ceccarelli, Paul Vial D’Allais, Matthias Winter, Michel Chammas, Bertrand Coulet, Cyril Lazerges
Orthopaedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research.2023; 109(5): 103380. CrossRef
Étude comparative d’une plaque verrouillée anatomique et innovante en Y par rapport à 2 plaques à 90 degrés pour la prise en charge des fractures supra condyliennes de l’humérus
Hugo Barret, Romain Ceccarelli, Paul Vial d’Allais, Matthias Winter, Michel Chammas, Bertrand Coulet, Cyril Lazerges
Revue de Chirurgie Orthopédique et Traumatologique.2023; 109(5): 648. CrossRef
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Young Hak Roh, Moon Sang Chung, Goo Hyun Baek, Young Ho Lee, Hyuk-Jin Lee, Joon Oh Lee, Kyu-Won Oh, Hyun Sik Gong
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2010; 23(2): 194. CrossRef

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The Fate of Large Butterfly Fragments in Femoral Shaft Comminuted Fractures Treated withClosed Interlocking Intramedullary Nailing: Keun Bae Lee, Jae Yoon Chung, Eun Sun Moon, Eun Kyoo Song, Kwang Cheul Jeong; J Korean Soc Fract 2002;15(4):504-510. Published online October 31, 2002; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.2002.15.4.504

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To evaluate the radiographic changes and union of large butterfly fragments after closed interlocking IM nailing for femoral shaft comminuted fractures.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
The objects of this study were 23 cases(15 males, 8 females) of femoral shaft comminuted fractures with butterfly fragments larger than 5cm and with the follow up period of 12 months or more from June 1995 to June 2000. We assessed the size, the degrees of displacement and angulation of the large butterfly fragments at preoperatively, one day, one month and three month postoperatively and evaluated the union at four month and six month postoperatively.
RESULTS
The size of the fragments was 8.4cm (5.0-13.0) in average. The distance between the fragment and shaft was 15.9cm preoperatively and 10.1, 7.7, 6.8cm at one day, one month and three month postoperatively. In 13 cases of angulation over 5 degrees, it changed from 19.6 degrees preoperatively to 13.9 degrees , 8.4 degrees , 5 . 9 degrees at one day, one month and three month postoperatively. There is no increase in angulation.The union was completed at 4 months in 13 cases (56.5%) and at 6 months in all except one case of delayed union, in which we did not do any further procedure until the union was achieved.
CONCLUSION
In femoral shaft comminuted fractures with displaced large butterfly fragments treated with closed interlocking IM nailing, the distance and angulation of fragments decreased gradually and even the fragments were inverted or largely displaced and angulated the fragments were united. So the caution must be given not to displace the fragments intraoperatively and to keep anatomical position of the fragments by active exercise and hydrostatic pressure of the muscles of thigh postoperatively. Then the open reduction and internal fixations of the fragments will not be necessary.

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Treatment of the Nonunion of Femur Shaft Fractures after Interlocking Intramedullary Nailing: Keun Bae Lee, Eun Sun Moon, Eun Kyoo Song, Jin Choi, Sung Taek Jung; J Korean Soc Fract 2002;15(4):497-503. Published online October 31, 2002; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.2002.15.4.497

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We analyzed the results of treatment for the nonunion of femur shaft fractures after interlocking intramedullary(IM) nail fixation. MATERIALS & METHODS: Thirty-three patients who underwent interlocking IM nailing due to femur shaft fractures from May, 1990 to July, 2000 and followed up for more than one year were evaluated retrospectively. Mean age at the time of operation was 40 years(Range, 19-68). 27 cases were men and 6 cases were women. By Weber and Brunner classification of the nonunion, hypervascular type were 10 cases(30%), avascular type 21cases(64%), mixed type 2 cases(6%). Infected type among the avascular type of nonunion were 5 cases(23%). Results were evaluated with bone union by treatment methods and complications.
RESULTS
According to the causes and types of nonunion, we performed IM nail exchange in seven cases, IM nail exchange and bone grafting in eleven cases, external fixation in five cases, compression plating and bone grafting in three cases, and only cancellous bone grafting in seven cases. Radiographical union was achieved in 19 weeks, 17 weeks, 20 weeks, 16 weeks and 15 weeks respectively. There 's no statistically significant difference between treatment methods. There are no cases of nonunion, malunion and infection.
CONCLUSION
The selection of appropriate treatment method by the cause and type of each nonunion is very important to achieve the bony union in the treatment for the nonunion of femur shaft fractures after interlocking intramedullary nailing.

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Results of Exchange Nailing in Hypertrophic Nonunion of Femoral Shaft Fracture Treated with Nailing
Suenghwan Jo, Gwang Chul Lee, Sang Hong Lee, Jun Young Lee, Dong Hwi Kim, Sung Hae Park, Young Min Cho
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2019; 32(2): 83. CrossRef

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The Surgical Treatment of Distal Clavicle Fractures: Eun Sun Moon, Jong Wook Jung, Gwang Cheul Jeong; J Korean Soc Fract 2001;14(4):706-713. Published online October 31, 2001; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.2001.14.4.706

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To evaluate and analyze the clinical and radiological result of surgical treatment for distal clavicular fractures.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
From Jan. 1995 to May. 2000, eighteen cases of distal clavicle fractures were treated operatively. Among them, fifteen cases with more than 12 months follow-up were analyzed retrospectively. In Neer classification, type I was 1 case and 14 cases were type II. We performed closed reduction in 4 cases and open reduction in 11 cases. We treated with Steinman pin in I case, K-wires in 6 cases and coracoclavicular screw(Bosworth technique) in 6 cases. One case was treated with coracoclavicular screw due to screw loosening which was used in primary operation. Another case was treated by internal fixation with plate and K-wire due to delayed union after conservative treatment of segmental fracture. Mean follow up period was 18 months(12~62 months). Clinical results was evaluated by Kona s criteria.
RESULTS
Radiological evidence of solid union was detected within 10 weeks in 13 cases. Clinical results were satisfactory in 13 cases (excellent in 10 cases and good in 3 cases). In K-wire fixation, all six cases were demonstrated excellent result. In coracoclavicular screw fixation, four of six cases were excellent, one was good and one was fair. Poor result was noted in one case of Steinmann pin fixation due to nonunion and limitation of range of motion. SUMMARY: Surgical treatment of distal claviclular fracture would obtain satisfactory clinical result with early range of motion exercise and reduce the complications such as nonunion and sustained pain.

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Usefulness of Interlocking Compression Nail in Treatment of Femoral Shaft Stable Fracture: Keun Bae Lee, Sung Taek Jung, Eun Sun Moon, Eun Kyoo Song, Kwang Cheul Jeong; J Korean Soc Fract 2001;14(4):601-608. Published online October 31, 2001; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.2001.14.4.601

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The goal of our study was to evaluate the usefulness and results of the Interlocking Compression Nail in femoral shaft stable fractures.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
The 87 patients, 88 cases, who were underwent internal fixations with interlocking compression nail for the stable fracture of the femoral shaft were evaluated. The majority of the causes of injury was traffic accident and the majority of location of the fractures was middle one thirds. The classification of the fracture using Winquist-Hansen classification showed that grade 0 were 23 cases(26.1%), grade 1, 47 cases(53.4%) and grade 2, 18 cases(20.5%). We used ICnail(Osteo, Switzerland) that can actively compress the fracture gap, maximum 10mm.
RESULTS
We used active compression in 63 cases(71.6%) and the mean length of compression was 2.3mm(range 1-5mm). The bone union was seen in 63 cases(71.6%) at postoperative 4 months and in 87 cases(98.9%) at postoperative 6 months. There was one case of delayed union, but there were no nonunion, infection, leg length discrepancy, and angular or rotational deformity, disturbing the daily activity.
CONCLUSION
The interlocking compression nail can reduce the fracture gap easily and effectively using compression screw by active interfragmentary compression. Thereby promote fracture healing and postoperative stability at the fracture site can be obtained, so early weight bearing is possible. Especially, this is recommendable useful method for femoral shaft stable fracture.

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Anatomical Plate Fixation for Distal Femur Fracture: Eun Sun Moon, Keun Bae Lee, Jong Wook Jeong; J Korean Soc Fract 1999;12(2):294-300. Published online April 30, 1999; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1999.12.2.294

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The fractures of the distal femur which involve supracondylar or intercondylar region are difficult to manage because occasionally, severe soft tissue damage, comminution, intra-articular extension of fracture and injury to the quadriceps mechanism lead to unsatisfactory results in many case. Recently, early anatomical reduction, rigid internal fixation and early exercise of the knee joint has been recommended. A clinical and radiological analysis was performed on 48 cases with fractures of distal femur who had been treated by anatomical plate and followed for minimum 1 year from April 1990 to July 1997. According to AO classification, 22 cases(45.8%) were type A, 1 case(2.1%) were type B and 25 cases(52.1%) were type C. The functional results by Sanders-Swiontkowski-Rosen-Helfet rating system were showed excellent in 15(31.3%), good in 17(35.4%), fair in 13(27.0%) and poor in 3 cases(6.3%). The overall results were seen to be excellent or to be good in 32 cases(66.7%) and results were worse in type C, old age, open fractures. The most common complication was limited range of motion of the knee under 90 degrees in 10 cases, including nonunion caused by loosening of screw in 1 case, metal failure in 1 case and shortening in 1 case. And other complications were delayed union in 4 cases and angular deformity in 2 cases. In conclusion, ideal indication for anatomical plating may be a metaphyseal fracture of distal femur with or without involvement of articular surface in young adult. Anatomical plate may be alternative one among the fixation devices for distal femur fractures.

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Suk Kyu Choo, Sung Tan Cho, Hyoung Keun Oh
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Treatment of the Femoral Shaft Fractures using Unreamed Interlocking Intramedullary Nail: Sung Taek Jung, Eun Sun Moon, Moon Lee; J Korean Soc Fract 1998;11(2):471-476. Published online April 30, 1998; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1998.11.2.471

Abstract PDF: The current trend in the use of the unreamed intramedullary nail to avoid the increased damage to the intramedullary blood supply may be theoretically attractive for femoral shaft fracture stabilization but little clinical and radiological attention was reported. We have evaluated the results of treatment of femoral shaft fracture with unreamed interlocking intramedullary nail. Thirty-eight femoral fractures have been followed for more than twelve months were included in this study. Most of the fractures were the result of moderate to high-energy trauma. Thirty-three cases were fresh closed fracture and five were open fractures. Winquist-Hansen type I fracture (16 cases) were most common and healing period was shorter than other type. Healing occurred in 35 cases and mean healing period was 18.7 weeks with a range of 11 to 32 weeks. Postoperative complications were delayed union in 3 cases. We concluded that unreamed interlocking nailing for femoral shaft fracture seems to be a useful method with low complication rate.

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Supracondylar Osteotomy in Cubitus Valgus by Posterior Approach and Internal Fixation with Y-plate: Eun Sun Moon, Jae Hyung Park, Hyoung Yeon Seo; J Korean Soc Fract 1997;10(4):912-917. Published online October 31, 1997; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1997.10.4.912

Abstract PDF: Cubitus valgus may arise as the sequele of a number of different condition for example, a premature epiphysiodesis of the lateral condylar physis, nonunion or malunion of the lateral condylar fracture, rarely supracondylar fracture of the humerus. Cubitus valgus has more functional loss of extension and possibly the late development of a tardy ulnar nerve paralysis and less significant cosmetic effect. Authors treated the 7 patients who had cubitus valgus developing as a sequele of nonunion of the lateral condyle of the humerus, by the medial closed wedge osteotomy and internal fixation with the lateral arm cut anatomical Y-plate through posterior approach. Five males and two females were followed average 19 months(range 5 to 37 months). A mean age at the time of the operation was 17.1 years(range 13 to 25 years). Symptoms of tardy ulnar nerve palsy was shown in 5 patients. Two patients were treated due to disappearing cosmetic problem. The carrying angle was mean valgus 31 (range 22~50) preoperatively. The carrying angle was changed from mean valgus 9.6(range 3-15) immediate postoperatively to valgus 9(range 3-14) followed state. The duration of external immobilization after operation was mean 4.1 weeks(range 3-5 weeks). Range of motion of the elbow was fully recovered in 6 cases. The neurologic deficit of the tardy ulnar nerve palsy was fully recovered in all five patients. The result of supracondlar osteotomy was excellent in 4 cases(57.1%), good in 2 cases(28.6%) and poor in 1 case(14.3%). In conlusion, internal fixation with the lateral arm cut anatomical Y-plate after medial closed wedge osteotomy through the posterior approach can be recommanded as a method of treatment for the cubitus valgus.

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Treatment of Fracture of the Distal Radius by External Fixator: Eun Sun Moon, Inn Soo Rhym, Jae Hyung Park, Seung Gi Lee; J Korean Soc Fract 1997;10(2):405-411. Published online April 30, 1997; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1997.10.2.405

Abstract PDF: Fractures of the distal radius represent the most common fractures of upper extremity and treatment remains challenging. Recently, more extensive therapeutic method is represented for reduction and maintenance of distal radius unstable fracture. Twenty patients, 21 cases of distal radius fracture treated by external fixator between June, 1991 and September, 1995 were followed by more than one year to evaluate the correlation between anatomical and functional results. To assess the functional results, we used Green and OBriens system which scores subjective and objective findings. Grip power ratio was checked with Jamar dynanometer. To assess the anatomical results, volar tilt, radial inclination and radial length were measured. Frykmann type VIII and Universal type IV C fractures are most common form(7 cases, 33%) in our study. The more severe form of fracture of distal radius, the less score in funtional results. There was a little loss of velar tilt, radial inclination and radial length on last follow-up radiographs. In radiographic parameters, radial length showed significant correlation with ulnar deviation(p=0.002). In complication, sudek atrophy(2 cases), ulnar nerve entrapment symptom(1 case), and writing problem(1 case) was seen, but not serious. We concluded that external fixation in distal radius fracture is one of the treatment method expecting good result without serious complication.

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Treatment of Comminuted Fracture of the Distal Humerus by New Y-Anatomical Plate: Churl Hong Chun, Sang Soe Kim, Sung Man Rowe, Eun Sun Moon, Myoung Churl Ko; J Korean Soc Fract 1996;9(4):1076-1084. Published online October 31, 1996; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1996.9.4.1076

Abstract PDF: OBJECTIVES
The characteristics of comminuted fractures of the distal end of the humerus in adult are severe comminution of bony fragments, loss of bony continuity and displaced fragments by muscle action. The ideal treatment is to reestabilish a normal elbow-that is to reestablish the articular congruity. the alignment and early motion as soon as pessible. But no matter what treatment is used perfect results are seldom obtained. The purpose of this study is to analyze the clinical results of the new Y-Anatomical plate, which has well adaptable and more malleable characteristics for the fracture of the distal humerus. MATERIALS AND NLETHEDS: The fracture types of the distal humerus were 5 supracondylar and 12 intercondylar, which were classified according to the Riseborugh & Radin classification 4 type II, 2 type III and 6 type IV. The patients who have been treated by new Y-Anatomical plate from September 3992 to January 1995.
RESULTS
Fourteen of the 17 cases(81.2%) were considered acceptable results for a mean follow-up 26 months study according to the functional motion of the elbow by Cassebaum and criteriae by Jupiter J.B.etc. The patient who did exercise the elbow joint within two weeks from post-operation, gathered better results than other patients who did it after four weeks from post-operation. Complications are nonunion, ankylosing elbow and metal failure.
CONCLUSION
In the study reported here, new Y-Anatomical plate was sufficiently obtained the anatomical reduction with stable fixation, so it would allow early motion of the elbow joint to be possible and decrease the complication compared to Tri-radiate plates. Also the most important indicator of end result was the starting time of physiothmpy.

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Negleeted Displaced Radial Neck Fracture Developed After the Reduction of Posterior Elbow Dislocation: A case report: Eun Sun Moon, Sung Taek Jung, Seong Tae Cho; J Korean Soc Fract 1995;8(4):889-892. Published online October 31, 1995; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1995.8.4.889

Abstract PDF: The complete fracture-separation of proximal radial epiphysis is a comparatively rare injury In the original discription about this injury by Jeffery, the complete displacement of fracture was produced by a result of spontaneous reduction of dislocated elbow after initial nondisplaced fracture of radial neck with dislocation of elbow, We have experienced of development of complete posterior displaced radial neck fracture after reduction of the posterior elbow dislocation.

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Treatment for Comminuted fractures of Distal End of Humerus by Newly Developed Anatomical Plate: Three case report: Sung Man Rowe, Eun Sun Moon, Jung Tae Hur; J Korean Soc Fract 1992;5(2):426-432. Published online November 30, 1992; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1992.5.2.426

Abstract PDF: Comminuted fractures of the distal end of the humerus in adult are notoriously difficult to treat, and had reported many problems. Because anatomical structure around the olecranon fossa was composed by weak trabecular bone, accurate anatomical reduction and rigid fixation of the fracture fragment was not easily achieved by ordinary concept and implants. Recently, various anatomical plates for the fractures of the metaphyseal area of long bone were developed and relatively good results were reported. The authors developed new anatomical plate for distal humerus which had an well adaptable and more malleable characteristics for the fracture of the distal humerus. We report our short experience, of 3 cases treated with this plate.

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Fracture of capitellum humeri three case reports: Eun Sun Moon, Yeon Sung Kim; J Korean Soc Fract 1991;4(1):52-57. Published online May 31, 1991; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1991.4.1.52

Abstract PDF: No abstract available.

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Delayed Femoral Neck Fracture in Interlocking Intramedullary Nailed Femur: A case report: Sung Man Rowe, Eun Sun Moon, Eun Kyoo Song, Sung Taek Jung; J Korean Soc Fract 1989;2(2):269-273. Published online November 30, 1989; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1989.2.2.269

Abstract PDF: We report an uncommon complication following interlocking intramedullary nailing of the femur: delayed femoral neck fracture after 5 months of unevenful postoperative course. He was a 47-year-old laborer with good quality of bone, nevertheless he sustained femoral neck fracture after minor fall on the ground. We thought that loss of bone elasticity caused by interlocked nail in the whole femoral shaft including intertrochanteric portion made stress concentration on the femoral neck to develop a fracture with minor magnitude of traumatic force.

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Compression Arthrodesis of Ankle Joint using Autocompression Angle Plate: Eun Sun Moon, Eun Kyoo Song, Yong Gi Choi; J Korean Soc Fract 1989;2(2):174-178. Published online November 30, 1989; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1989.2.2.174

Abstract PDF: We performed the compression arthrodesis in ankle joint of 4 cases, using autocompression angle plate. In all cases, we made successful union within 3 months, without any specific complications. This method gives several advantages, such as short period of external support, good cosmetic effect, early union and early rehabilitation.

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