Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Mid‐shaft clavicle fractures are commonly encountered in orthopedic practice, particularly among active individuals. Traditional management methods, including conservative treatment, have shown varying results, with some patients experiencing non‐union or malunion. Titanium Elastic Intramedullary Nails (TENs) have emerged as a minimally invasive surgical alternative, promising improved outcomes. This study aimed to evaluate the functional outcomes, time to bony union and complication rates associated with the use of Titanium Elastic Intramedullary Nails in the treatment of mid‐shaft clavicle fractures. A prospective study was conducted on 20 patients treated with Titanium Elastic Nails for mid‐shaft clavicle fractures between [2022] and [2024] at Government Medical College Baroda and SSG Hospital Vadodara Gujarat. The primary outcome measures included the time for bony union, the incidence of complications and functional recovery, assessed using the Constant Muerly Score over a follow‐up period of 3 months. The mean time to bony union was 6 weeks. Functional recovery was achieved in 95.5% of patients, with minimal complications such as Implant impingement at insertion site and Extraction of Implant. The majority of patients returned to their pre‐injury levels of activity within 12 weeks. Titanium Elastic Intramedullary Nailing is an effective and safe technique for treating mid‐shaft clavicle fractures, demonstrating high union rates, early functional recovery and a low incidence of complications. This technique is particularly beneficial for active individuals requiring rapid rehabilitation.
How to cite this article:
Pulkit Maniar, Niravkumar Moradiya and Abhishek Yadav. A Study of Functional Outcome of Tens Nailing in Midshaft Clavicle Fractures.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.12.643.649
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2024.12.643.649