Abstract
IntroductionThe operative fixation of pelvic ring injuries and associated acetabulum fractures presents a challenging scenario to most of the orthopaedic trauma surgeons. Current development of anatomically contoured reconstruction (ACR) plates gained popularity in fixing complex pelvic ring fractures. This study was done to assess the functional and radiological outcomes using of lateral wall stainless steel (LWSS) calcaneal plates in posterior pelvic ring injuries and displaced iliac blade fractures. Materials and methodsRetrospectively selected eight cases of pelvic ring injuries planned for fixing posterior pelvic instability and iliac blade fractures using LWSS plates. Mean follow-up was 18 months (Range 12–26 months). ResultsAverage time for radiological bony union achieved in 18 weeks (Range 13–22). Seven patients returned to their normal work. Average Majeed score was 60 (Range 50–68). Mean duration of surgery was 160 min (Range 120–200). ConclusionThis technique can be routinely used as supplementary fixation for posterior pelvic ring instability and iliac blade fractures. LWSS calcaneal plates showed no screw breakage or implant failure. Further this technique was cost effective in developing countries with limited resources.
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