Role of distal femoral locking plate in management of distal femoral fracture: a prospective study

Authors

  • Rajni Ranjan Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medical Sciences and Research and Associated Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Rakesh Kumar Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medical Sciences and Research and Associated Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Ajeet Singh Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medical Sciences and Research and Associated Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2455-4510.IntJResOrthop20173942

Keywords:

Distal femoral fracture, Distal femoral locking plate, Pritchett rating system, Bone grafting

Abstract

Background: Distal femoral fracture one of common surgical challenges for an orthopaedic surgeon. Distal femoral locking plate is a good implant to be used in this anatomical location. Aim of our study was to review functional outcome, union time and complications in distal femoral fracture treated with distal femoral locking plate.

Methods: A prospective study was done during June 2012 to July 2016. Patients were included on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria. These patients were managed with distal femoral locking plate by close or open method. Pritchett rating system was used to assess functional outcome of patient.

Results: Total 28 patient were enrolled in our study. There were 21 male and 7 female. The age range was from 21 to 68 years. Functional outcome was excellent in 14 patient, good in 7 Patient fair in 3 and poor 4.

Conclusions: Distal femoral locking plate is a reliable implant for treatment of distal femoral fracture including osteoporotic fractures. Proper surgical technique is key to good result.

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2017-08-24

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