A PROSPECTIVE STUDY OF A MODIFIED PIN-IN-PLASTER METHOD FOR THE TREATMENT OF FRACTURES OF THE DISTAL RADIUS

Abstract

Introduction:- The motive of this study is to introduce a modied technique of 'pin in plaster.' that is a favourable treatment option for unstable fractures of the distal radius. This study was shown to narrated a modied technique using 'pin in plaster' that is a favorable treatment option for unstable fractures of the distal radius. A fracture of the distal radius is one of the most customary types of fracture, in the pediatric population fracture was 24% and up to 20% in the elderly, male-to-female ratio of one to four in older age groups. Methods:- 54 patients with fractures of the distal radius were followed for one year postoperatively. Patients were debarred if they had type B fractures according to AO classication, multiple injuries, or pathological fractures and were treated more than seven days after injury. Radiographic parameters, tilt and height including radial inclination, were measured pre-and postoperatively. Results:- The radial height was 10.2 mm at the sixth month postoperatively, and the average radial tilt was 10.6° of volar. Three patients of pin tract infection were recorded. There were no cases of pin loosening. Total 73 patients underwent surgery, and three cases of radial nerve irritation were recorded at the time of cast removal. All radial nerve palsies resolved at the six-month follow-up. Conclusion:- Our modied technique is successfully restoring anatomic congruity and maintaining the reduction in fractures of the distal radius.