ArticleJSES international2021
Residual coracoclavicular separation after plate fixation for distal clavicle fractures: comparison between fracture patterns.
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- Different internal fixation methods for unstable distal clavicle fractures in adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2022Pooled it
- [Application study of a novel locking anatomical plate in treatment of Neer typeZhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery · 2026Article
- Distal augmentation in unstable distal clavicle fractures: a retrospective cohort study of 101 cases.Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery · 2025Article
- Analysis of the efficacy of Endobutton plate combined with high-strength suture Nice knot fixation in the treatment of distal clavicle fractures with coracoclavicular ligament injuries.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2024Article
- Osteosynthesis using Scorpion plate for neer type V distal clavicle fracture.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2024Article
- Superior locking plate with braided PDS coracoclavicular fixation for the unstable distal clavicle fracture: a technical trick and case series.JSES reviews, reports, and techniques · 2024Article
- Biomechanical evaluation of fixation of the coracoclavicular stand-alone cow-hitch suture reconstruction in comparison to two established techniques for highly unstable distal clavicle fractures (Neer type V).JSES international · 2024Article
- Lateral clavicle fracture-plating options and considerations.World journal of clinical cases · 2024Article
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- [Effectiveness analysis of Endobutton plate combined with high-strength suture Nice knot fixation in the treatment of distal clavicle fractures].Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery · 2022Article
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Abstract
backgroundPlate fixation is an established treatment for Neer type II and V distal clavicle fractures; however, residual coracoclavicular (C-C) separation after osteosynthesis for unstable distal clavicle fractures has rarely been discussed. This study aimed to reveal the extent of postoperative C-C separation after plate fixation for distal clavicle fractures and to evaluate the relationship between residual C-C separation and the risk of postoperative complications.
methodsWe retrospectively reviewed 60 patients with a displaced distal clavicle fracture that was treated with a Scorpion plate without C-C reconstruction and successfully united. Distal clavicle fractures were divided as per the Neer classification into type IIA (12 patients), IIB (36 patients), and V (12 patients) groups. The modified C-C distance ratio at the time of injury and after bone union, and the postoperative complications (plate-related pain, delayed union, infection, and contracture) were compared among the three groups.
resultsThe mean postoperative modified C-C distance ratio was 115.0% ± 12.0%; this ratio was significantly larger in the type IIB and V groups than in the type IIA group (
conclusionsOur study demonstrated that a certain degree of C-C separation remained after plate fixation for Neer type II and V distal clavicle fractures, even when bone union was achieved. The postoperative residual C-C separation was greater for the type IIB and V groups than for the type IIA group; however, this difference may not affect postoperative complications.
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