Herbert screw treating displaced radial head fractures and a review of literatures
- VernacularTitle:Herbert螺钉治疗桡骨头骨折及文献复习
- Author:
Yaozeng XU
;
Shujun LU
;
Shujin WANG
;
Tianhua DONG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Radial fractures;
Fracture fixation, internal;
Herbert screw
- From:
Chinese Journal of Trauma
1990;0(04):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To evaluate advantages of the Herbert screw in treating displaced radial head fractures. Methods The Herbert screw was used to treat 25 segmental fractures of the radial head from since 1991 and the results were compared with those of other treatment methods mentioned in the literature. Results A follow up averaging 6 years and 8 months showed that postoperative function was all excellent or good and that most cases recovered to normal absolutely, without complications. Conclusions The Herbert screw provides such rigid internal fixation for displaced radial head fractures that, after operation, a plaster cast is rarely required and most patients are able to return to work within a few weeks. This method of treatment appears to offer significant advantages over conventional techniques.
