The Curative Effect of MIPPO Technology United LCP Treatment for Humeral Fractures
- VernacularTitle:MIPPO技术联合LCP接骨板治疗肱骨干骨折的疗效分析
- Author:
Wei SHANG
;
Gang ZHAO
;
Jun SHU
;
Xuejuan ZHANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Humeral fractures;
Minimally invasive;
Radial nerve
- From:
Journal of Kunming Medical University
2013;(9):63-65
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To discuss the clinical methods and curative effect of minimally invasive percutaneous plate osteosynthesis ( MIPPO) technique applied in the treatment of humeral shaft fractures. Methods A retrospective analysis was applied on 14 patients with humeral fracture underwent the MIPPO operation in our department from April 2012 to March 2013. There were 8 males and 6 females, with their ages ranging from 28 to 64 years. Results Fourteen cases were followed up for 2 months to 12 months (an average of 6 months) . Their incisions got primary healing. The fracture segments got satisfactory reduction with good apposition and alignment radiologically, and the radial never function recovered well. UCLA score concluded as excellent in 13 cases and good in 1 case. Conclusion MIPPO is a safe and effective treatment for the humeral fracture with the benefits of less invasion, fewer complications and higher union rate.
