Management of distal humerus fractures with minifragment fixation

J Orthop Trauma. 2005 Aug;19(7):474-9. doi: 10.1097/01.bot.0000157908.45939.d7.

Abstract

Minifragment implants provide several advantages for the stabilization of distal humerus fractures. Compared with small fragment implants, minifragment implants may provide enhanced fracture fixation because a greater number of screws can be placed into the distal fragments. In addition, minifragment plates are easier to contour and less prominent. We describe the surgical technique of minifragment fixation.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Bone Plates*
  • Cohort Studies
  • Equipment Design
  • Female
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / instrumentation*
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods
  • Humans
  • Humeral Fractures / surgery*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Recovery of Function
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Treatment Outcome