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[The biological plate osteosynthesis]

E Gautier1, R Ganz

  • 1Universitätsklinik für Orthopädische Chirurgie, Inselspital Bern.

Zentralblatt Fur Chirurgie
|January 1, 1994
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Modern fracture fixation prioritizes bone fragment viability and alignment over anatomical reduction. This approach enhances healing by promoting callus formation and minimizing implant stress, especially in diaphyseal and metaphyseal fractures.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Bone biology
  • Biomaterials science

Background:

  • Evolving understanding of bone biology and clinical complications necessitates modified internal fixation techniques.
  • Traditional goals of anatomical reduction in comminuted fractures are being re-evaluated.
  • Preservation of bone fragment viability is critical for unimpaired fracture healing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a modified approach to internal fixation using plates for diaphyseal and metaphyseal fractures.
  • To emphasize the importance of bone fragment viability and alignment over anatomical reduction.
  • To introduce indirect reduction techniques and modified plate designs for improved fracture repair.

Main Methods:

  • Focus on achieving correct bone length, axial, and torsional alignment.

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  • Utilizing indirect reduction techniques with fracture tables or distractors.
  • Employing minimal yet optimal use of implant materials and modified plate designs (limited/point contact).

    • Main Results:

    • Primary stability of osteosynthesis is less critical than bone healing.
    • Unreduced but vital fragments integrate into the fracture callus, buttressing the area and reducing implant failure risk.
    • Primary bone grafting is rarely indicated due to potential vascular disturbance.

    Conclusions:

    • Indirect reduction and preservation of fragment viability are key for undisturbed fracture repair in diaphyseal and metaphyseal fractures.
    • Anatomic restoration of articular surfaces can be achieved through combined indirect and direct reduction techniques.
    • Modified plate designs minimize vascular damage, supporting the new concept in fracture fixation.