Metaphyseal Radius Fractures (AO Type A2, A3, C1 et C2) Clinical Trial
Official title:
Locking Plate Versus Pins for Surgical Treatment of Posteriorly Tilted Distal Radius Fracture
The number of osteoporotic fractures, among which the fractures of the lower extremity of
the radius (16 % of fractures seen in emergencies) is going to increase. Several surgical
techniques are described in particular locking plates and intrafocal pinning techniques.
The aim of the study is to compare (X-ray assessments and functional outcome) these two
types of treatment by using a prospective, randomised multicentric analysis.
Because an increasing number of elderly patient, the number of osteoporotic fractures, among
which the fractures of the lower extremity of the radius (16 % of fractures seen in
emergencies) is going to increase. Several surgical techniques exist of which in particular
locking plates and intrafocal pinning.
The availability of new materials (locking plates with angular stability) seems to reduce
the risks of osteosynthesis failure and seems to give more constant results: hawever, the
price to pay is a more invasive technique and a superior cost. The rehabilitation seems also
faster, allowing the possibility to get back the maximum of autonomy.
These clinical facts need of course to be validated.
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Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Treatment