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Plate size and screw diameter do not significantly impact forearm fracture healing rates. This study suggests that surgeons can choose fixation methods based on patient factors and personal preference, not solely on 3.5 mm plates and screws.

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  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Traumatology
  • Biomedical engineering

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  • Forearm shaft fractures of the radius and/or ulna are commonly treated with plates and screws.
  • Traditionally, 3.5 mm nonlocking screws are recommended, but smaller or locking options exist.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To retrospectively evaluate if plate size and type influence fracture healing rates and complications in forearm shaft fractures.
  • To compare outcomes between different plate and screw sizes used in radius and/or ulna fracture repair.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective collection of demographic and treatment data for 110 patients with forearm shaft fractures (2017-2021).
  • Inclusion criteria: locking plate fixation, minimum 60-day radiographic follow-up or confirmed union.
  • Analysis of fracture union rates and complications based on screw size (3.5 mm vs. 2.7/2.5/2.4 mm) and plate type.

Main Results:

  • A high fracture union rate of 98% (108/110 patients) was observed across all fixation types.
  • Screw sizes used were 3.5 mm in 52% of cases and 2.7/2.5/2.4 mm in 48% of cases.
  • Nonunion occurred in two cases, with one involving each screw size category.

Conclusions:

  • Fracture union rates are high regardless of plate size or screw diameter in radius and/or ulna fractures.
  • Smaller screw sizes did not negatively affect fracture union.
  • Plate type and screw diameter selection can be guided by patient characteristics and surgeon preference, not limited to 3.5 mm options.