Treatment of Supracondylar Fracture of the Humerus Fixed by Tension Band with Sphenoid－shaped Osteotomy
- VernacularTitle:榫式截骨张力带固定治疗肱骨髁上骨折
- Author:
Ruisen ZHAN
;
Huifang YANG
;
Song WU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:
Orthopedic Journal of China
2001;8(4):340-343
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective: To report a newly designed method for treating supracondylar fracture of the humerus,and to inquire into the problems of cubitus varus deformity and joint stiff.Methods:Based on a review of anatomy,a new method which called tension band with sphenoid-shaped osteotomy through posterior approach was designed and applied for 46 cases of patients in clinic.The clinical effect was compared with effect of crossing Kirchner's wire.Results:The tension band with sphenoid-shaped osteotomy was a better method and can abide by anatomical and biomechanical principles.After follow-up for 12-36 months,curative effect was estimated as follow:30 cases were excellent,14 cases good and 2 cases poor according to Home's evaluation.Conclusions:It is a better methods in treating supracondylar fracture of the humerus following advantages including simple,reliable fixation and early mobilization etc.
