Evaluation of MoPyC-prosthesis implantation and the use of angular stable plates in the treatment of comminuted radial head fractures.

OBJECTIVE

Comminuted radial head fractures are disproportionately often accompanied by injuries of the bone or ligaments and can be treated in different ways.

METHODS

15 patients with a comminuted radial head fracture were treated with an angular stable plate (=G1) and 8 with a MoPyC-prosthesis (=G2).

RESULTS

G1 shows an average Morrey-score of 83,87 points. Complications occurred in 5/15 patients. Within G2 an average Morrey-score of 86 was achieved. Complications could be shown in 2/8 patients.

CONCLUSION

Both the treatment provides a clear individual benefit for the patients and predict promising results for the treatment of comminuted radial head fractures.