Title of article :
A Comparative Study of Treatment of Humeral Shaft Fractures using Interlocking Nail vs. AO Dynamic Compression Plate Fixation
Author/Authors :
Iqbal, Mohammad Post Graduate Medical Institute, Pakistan , Nawaz, Ayub PGMI / Lahore General Hospital, Pakistan , Mehmood, Tahir Lahore Jinnah Hospital, Pakistan , Manzoor, Sajid Lahore General Hospital, Pakistan , Siddiq, Abu Bakar PGMI, Pakistan
From page :
162
To page :
165
Abstract :
Introduction: The treatment methods of the fractures of humerus are treated in many ways. Interlocking nails and plates have both stood the test of time but the present study looks at both methods scientifically.Material and Methods: It was a prospective, comparative, study of two groups of patients of fractures of humerus treated with dynamic compression plate versus with interlocking nails.Results: Fractures in both groups healed uneventfully without significant complications.Conclusion: Both modes of treatment can be recommended for the treatment of fractures of the shaft of Humerus with minimal chances of complications
Journal title :
Annals of King Edward Medical University
Journal title :
Annals of King Edward Medical University
Record number :
2543306
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