Journal of clinical orthopaedics and trauma
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J Clin Orthop Trauma · Dec 2013
Open reduction and plating for displaced mid third clavicle fractures - A prospective study.
Displaced middle third clavicle fractures were treated conservatively with figure of '8' harness in the past. Current management trend in treating displaced clavicle fractures with internal fixation provide rigid immobilization and pain relief avoiding non-union, shortening and deformity. This study prospectively evaluates the functional outcome of 25 patients with clavicle fractures treated surgically. ⋯ Primary plating of displaced mid third clavicle fractures with superiorly placed locking plate avoids complications of non-operative management and leads to early return to pre injury activities.