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ArticleWorld journal of clinical cases2024

Lateral clavicle fracture-plating options and considerations.

Sathish Muthu, Saravanan Annamalai, Velmurugan Kandasamy

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Article in World journal of clinical cases, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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  2. Augmentation of clavicular fractures by dual plating.International journal of burns and trauma · 2025
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Sathish MuthuDepartment of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Group, Coimbatore 641045, Tamil Nadu, India.
Saravanan AnnamalaiDepartment of Orthopaedics, Government Thiruvallur Medical College, Thiruvallur 631203, Tamil Nadu, India.
Velmurugan KandasamyDepartment of Orthopaedics, Government Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai 600010, Tamil Nadu, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Clavicle fractures are among the most prevalent types of fractures with numerous treatment strategies that have evolved over time. In the realm of lateral-third clavicle fracture management, several surgical methods are available, with plate and screw constructs being one of the most frequently employed options. Within this construct, numerous choices exist for fixing the fracture. This editorial provides an overview of the common plate options utilized in the management of distal third clavicle fractures underscoring the critical considerations and approaches that guide clinicians in selecting the most appropriate fixation techniques, considering the complex landscape of clavicle fractures and their challenging management.

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Anterior platingClavicle fractureDistal clavicle platingSuperior platingSurgical management

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PMID38464924
PMCPMC10921304

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