Closed Fracture of Finger Clinical Trial
Official title:
Randomized Comparison of Cemented K-wire Fixation and Plating of Shaft Fractures of Proximal Phalanges
To introduce a novel external-fixation technique using the combination of K-wires and cement. For comparison, we also included another group of patients who were treated using a mini plate and screw system. Bone healing, range of motion of the fingers, costs of treatments, and patient satisfaction were assessed.
Shaft fractures of the proximal phalanx are common injuries that may significantly affect hand function. Good fracture stability to allow early mobilization of joints and thus early return of function. The objective of this report is to introduce a novel external-fixation technique using the combination of K-wires and cement. For comparison, we also included another group of patients who were treated using a mini plate and screw system. A total of 104 patients (131 fingers) were randomly allocated into group A (56 patients) and B (51 patients). Patients in group A were treated with cemented K-wire fixation; and patients in group B were treated with conventional mini-plate. Bone healing, range of motion of the fingers, costs of treatments, and patient satisfaction were assessed. ;
| Status | Clinical Trial | Phase | |
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| Completed |
NCT03082872 -
Cemented K-wire Fixation vs Open Transfixion Pinning
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