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Zhongguo Xiu Fu Chong Jian Wai Ke Za Zhi · Jul 2002
Case Reports Comparative Study[Clinical study on two internal fixation methods Kaneda and Z-plate in the operation of anterior surgical approach after thoracolumbar fractures].
- Mu-shun He, Zhan-kui Zhang, Jun-qiang Ye, Wen-jian Zuo, and Yang-bing Ou.
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Longgang Center Hospital of Shenzhen, Shenzhen, Guangdong, P. R. China 518116.
- Zhongguo Xiu Fu Chong Jian Wai Ke Za Zhi. 2002 Jul 1; 16 (4): 265-7.
ObjectiveTo study the difference between two internal fixation methods Kaneda and Z-plate in the operation of anterior surgical approach and decompression after thoracolumbar fractures.MethodsThe bio-mechanical structure of the internal fixture, install when operating, complications and time of the operation were compared in the cases by Kaneda and Z-plate.ResultsZ-plate method had the following characteristics: reasonable of the bio-mechanical structure; stability after internal fixture being installed; capability of completely propping up the injured centrum and keeping the height of middle-column; simple operation when installing internal fixture and shorter time of operation (1.1 hours, P < 0.05); fewer complications.ConclusionZ-plate is an ideal internal fixation method in the operation of anterior surgical approach after thoracolumbar fractures.
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