Abstract
Displaced mid shaft fractures of the clavicle result in some degree of shortening and rotation. These fractures often heal
with some degree of malunion which can be symptomatic. The question arises as to whether surgical correction of the deformity
will relieve the symptoms associated with the malunion. Ten patients with a symptomatic malunion of the clavicle were treated
by means of a corrective osteotomy with plate and screw fixation. Outcome measurement was a pre and postoperative DASH score,
range of motion and patient satisfaction. At follow up after a mean duration of 37 months there was a significant improvement
of the DASH score, eight patients were satisfied, and range of motion did not differ significantly. Two patients had a complication
resulting from the surgical procedure.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Strategies in Trauma and Limb Reconstruction |
Publication status | Published - 2007 |