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Priyam Choudhury1, Ashutosh Mohapatra2, Piyush Gadegone3
1Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida-United States.
Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC
|December 25, 2022
Summary
Bilateral clavicle fractures are rare injuries. This case study successfully treated a patient with bilateral clavicle fractures using a novel screw intramedullary flexible nail, a first for this condition.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Traumatology
Background:
- Clavicle fractures are common, affecting 2.4-4% of all fractures.
- Bilateral clavicle fractures are exceptionally rare, accounting for only 0.43% of clavicle fractures.
Observation:
- A 32-year-old male presented with fractures in both clavicles.
- Previous surgical interventions for clavicle fractures have utilized various implants.
Findings:
- This case marks the first documented use of a screw intramedullary flexible nail for treating bilateral clavicle fractures.
- The treatment was successful in this patient.
Implications:
- This novel approach may offer a new treatment option for rare bilateral clavicle fractures.
- Further research is warranted to evaluate the efficacy and long-term outcomes of this technique.
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