Screw problem in operative treatment of calcaneal fractures
- VernacularTitle:跟骨骨折手术中的螺钉问题
- Author:
Xiaofeng GONG
;
Yong WU
;
Liang HE
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Calcaneus;
Intra-articular fracture;
Screw
- From:
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
2004;0(08):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To summarize the early complications caused by the screws of AO titanium plate in the operative treatment of the displaced intraarticular calcaneus fracture (DIACFs). Methods 60 patients with calcaneal fractures were treated with ORIF (open reduction with internal fixation) using the AO plate. Results All the cases were followed up for 22 months. There appeared 1 case of screw loosening and 2 cases of improper screw location. Conclusion Although the AO titanium plate can improve the anatomic restoration of the calcaneus shape, sufficient preoperative preparation should be made to secure accurate placement of the screws so that the screw problems can be reduced.
