Abstract
Background: The aim of the study is to analyse the short term results in terms of union and functional outcome for osteoporotic periarticular fractures using locking compression plate in the department of Orthopaedics, KGMCH, Asaripallam over a period of one year from March 2016-March 2017.
Materials and Methods: This is a prospective study of 22 cases of osteoporotic periarticular fractures treated by locking compression plate.
Results: The osteoporotic periarticular fractures occurs more commonly among females in Distal femur. Locking compression plating results in solid union with good stability and also prevents implant failure as the screws are firmly positioned.
Conclusion: The locking compression plates provide better fixation in osteoporotic fractures. As these plates have limited contact with bones there is minimal disruption of sub-periosteal blood supply to the fracture ends and this helps in good union. Secondary angular deformities are prevented as the locked screw prevents further tightening.
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Corresponding Author
Dr S.Alfred Sathiya Sekar
Assistant Professor in Orthopedic Surgery,
Kanyakumari Govt Medical College, Asaripallam, Nagercoil
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v5i11.35
