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A comparison between perpendicular and parallel plating methods for distal humerus fractures: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
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8 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 15 citations in OpenAlex.
- Parallel vs. Orthogonal dual plating for distal humerus fractures: a systematic review and pooled analysis of functional outcomes and union times.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2026Pooled it
- Outcomes at mean follow-up of four years following AO type-C distal humerus fractures managed with fixation or arthroplasty.Shoulder & elbow · 2025Article
- Comparison of parallel and orthogonal plating techniques and the predictive role of Hounsfield unit values in AO/OTA type 13-C distal humerus fractures in patients over 50.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025Article
- Distal humerus fractures: epidemiology and surgical management trends in hospitalized patients in Qatar.JSES international · 2025Article
- Management of extra-articular fracture of the distal humerus with the upside-down use of PHILOS plates in front of the humerus: a retrospective study of 20 patients after 28.3 months.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2024Article
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- Intra-articular Distal Humerus Fractures: Parallel Versus Orthogonal Plating.HSS journal : the musculoskeletal journal of Hospital for Special Surgery · 2022Article
- Comparative study of functional outcomes between OTA/AO type C, Gustilo type I/II open fractures and closed fractures of the distal humerus treated by open reduction and internal fixation.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2021Article
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Abstract
objectiveTo compare the clinical outcomes of perpendicular and parallel plating for the treatment of distal humerus fractures.
methodsTwo investigators independently searched PubMed, OVID, and ScienceDirect databases prior to April 2019, without any limitations on language or publication status. The outcomes were union time, range of motion of elbow, Mayo Elbow Performance Score, and postoperative complications. Two authors independently performed a methodological quality and risk of bias assessment using Cochrane collaboration's tool. Data analysis was performed with STATA version 13.0.
resultsSix randomized controlled trials with 305 participants were included. The present meta-analysis indicated that orthogonal plating was associated with a longer union time compared with parallel plating. There were no significant differences between the 2 groups regarding Elbow function, Mayo Elbow Performance Score, operation time, reduction quality, or postoperative complications.
conclusionBoth parallel plating and orthogonal plating are considered to be effective methods when treating distal humerus fractures. The results of this study found that parallel plating is superior to orthogonal plating in humerus fracture healing.
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