Radial neck fracture reduction and fixation by titanium elastic nail (Metaizeau): A method used in adults too

Journal Title: IP International Journal of Orthopaedic Rheumatology - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2

Abstract

Radial neck fractures comprises of less than 1 of all fractures in adults They are more common in children than adults Majority of cases require surgical management especially in adults Surgically preferred management comprises of closedopen reduction and internal fixation using various types of plateswires We have performed Metaizeau technique in seven adults with successful treatment and functional outcome This technique is very well described in children

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Pathik Vala, Shreyas Gandhi, Abhijeet Salunke, Ajay Devda, Rutvik Shah

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  • EP ID EP486045
  • DOI 10.18231/2455-6777.2018.0014
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Pathik Vala, Shreyas Gandhi, Abhijeet Salunke, Ajay Devda, Rutvik Shah (2018). Radial neck fracture reduction and fixation by titanium elastic nail (Metaizeau): A method used in adults too. IP International Journal of Orthopaedic Rheumatology, 4(2), 57-60. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-486045