Journal of Musculoskeletal Trauma

Original Article

T-Plate Fixation of Unstable Fractures of the Distal Radins: Churl Hong Chun, Sang Soo Kim, Hak Sun Kim, Jeong Hyu Lee; J Korean Soc Fract 1996;9(2):295-302. Published online April 30, 1996; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.1996.9.2.295

Abstract PDF: In the treatment of Unstable fractures of the Distal Radius, selecting a right method of treatment that can give the best result is very difficult. Many complications can be developed if improper mothods are chosen o treat these fractures. We analyzed 25 patients with unstable fractures of the distal raduis, being treated with open reduction and internal fixation with T-plate from May 1986 to December in 1994 and, being followed for more than 12 months. The results were as follows; 1. In twenty-five patients, 17 cases were Cellosfractures, 2 cases Smith fractures and 6 cases Bartons fractures. 2. In follow-up roentgenogram, the mean values of the radial length, radial deviation, volar tilt and step-off are 18.8 mm,20.3 ,8 ,0.2mm respectively. 3. Recovery of wrist function was correlated with the degree of correction of volar tilt angle in the postoperative roentgenogram . 4. In 25 patients treated with open reduction and internal fixation using the T-plate, satisfactory result was obtained in 88% (22 cases) of patients, We concluded that this is the effective method for treating unstable fractures of the distal radius because this method permits early motion of the wrist by firm and stable fixation.

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