High-Strength Suture Fixation in Metacarpal Fractures
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Materials and Methods: This study included 19 patients with long oblique or spiral shaft fractures of the second to fifth metacarpals, who were treated with open reduction and high-strength suture internal fixation. The average follow-up period was 20 months. Radiographs and functional scales were used to documentclinical outcomes.
Results: Fracture consolidation was achieved in all patients, and they were able to resume their previous activities after an average of 2.3 months. One patient lost the initial reduction due to a failure to comply with medical instructions but achieved fracture consolidation without the need for additional procedures.
Conclusion: The technique described herein provided a strong metal-free fixation with good clinical outcomes at a low cost.
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