What Is the Optimal Method of Fixation for Scaphoid Nonunion Relative to the Location of the Lesion?
Plate fixation was overall superior to screw fixation for scaphoid nonunion, especially in the waist and proximal poles, providing better union rates and stability. For the distal group, both methods are effective, with the choice depending on the surgeon's expertise and patient factors. The results highlight the importance of the lesion's anatomical location in selecting the appropriate fixation method.
Authors
- Young Sun An (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7011-7031)
- Keun Ho Baik (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0956-6628)
- Sang Ki Lee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9724-9026)
Institutions
- Eulji University (KR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Annals of Plastic Surgery
- Published
- 2024-09-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/sap.0000000000004104
- Primary Topic
- Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00