GMS Interdisciplinary plastic and reconstructive surgery DGPW
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GMS Interdiscip Plast Reconstr Surg DGPW · Jan 2014
Treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the HCS screw.
The aim of the study was to evaluate the clinical results of the Headless Compression Screw (HCS, Synthes) when used for treatment of acute scaphoid waist fractures. The new screw design generates interfragmentary compression with use of a compression sleeve. Twenty-one patients were treated for acute scaphoid waist fractures type B2 with HCS screws. ⋯ The maximally achieved grip strength was 86% compared to the uninjured side. Treatment of type B2 scaphoid fractures with the Headless Compression Screw showed good functional and radiographic results. The results are similar to those identified using other screw fixation systems.