A clinical study of proximal tibial condyle fracture treated by locking compression plate

Abstract

AIMS and Objectives of the Study: The aim of the present study was to study the functional outcome and duration of union in proximal tibial fractures treated with Locking Compression Plate.Material and Methods: This study was a prospective study done on 26 consenting cases of proximal tibial fractures admitted to Shri B.M. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Vijayapur during October 2013 To August 2015 chosen based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Patients were informed about the study in all respects and written informed consent will be obtained. The follow up period was 6 weeks, 3months and 6months. Inclusive Criteria: All Schatzkers classification type I to VI proximal tibial fractures in adults Aged 18 years and above of either sex. Patients willing for treatment and giving informed and written consent. Exclusive Criteria Age group of less than 18 years. Patients not fit for surgery, managed conservatively for other medical reasons. All open fractures of proximal tibia. Patients with pathological proximal tibial fractures other than osteoporosis. Extraarticular fractures of proximal tibia. Sample Size: With an average incidence rate of proximal tibial fractures 1.75% [0.5 – 3%] at 95% confidence interval and + 5 margin of error the sample size is n=26. Hence 26 cases of proximal tibial fractures were included in the study.