Use of orthogonal or parallel plating techniques to treat distal humerus fractures.

Authors

Joshua M. Abzug, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow
Phani K. Dantuluri, Emory University Midtown Hospital

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

8-1-2010

Comments

This article has been peer reviewed. It is the authors' final version prior to publication in Hand Clinics. Volume 26, Issue 3, August 2010, Pages 411-421. The published version is available at DOI: 10.1016/j.hcl.2010.05.008 . Copyright © Elsevier Inc.

Abstract

Distal humerus fractures continue to be a complex fracture to treat. This article describes two surgical techniques that can be used to tackle these difficult fractures: Parallel plating and orthogonal plating. Both techniques have yielded excellent outcomes after open reduction and internal fixation; yet each has its own set of unique considerations. However, the key to successful treatment of these difficult fractures regardless of technique remains obtaining anatomic reduction with stable fixation and the implementation of early motion.

Recommended Citation

Abzug, Joshua M. and Dantuluri, Phani K., "Use of orthogonal or parallel plating techniques to treat distal humerus fractures." (2010). Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Faculty Papers. Paper 26.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/orthofp/26

PubMed ID

20670806