To study the functional outcome of proximal tibia extra-articular fractures treated with Lcp

Abstract

Introduction: As traditionally used IM nails have proven to be challenging in fixation of proximal tibia extra-articular fractures, The Locking compression plates are a newer modality which are minimal invasive and provide anatomical fixation.

Objectives: To study the functional outcome of the extra-articular fracture of proximal tibia after 4, 12 and 24 weeks.

Material and Methods: The material for the present study was obtained from the patients admitted in simmer hospital hospital with diagnosis of proximal Tibia Extra-articular fractures in adult age group (more than 18yrs) from January 2021 to January 2023. Final outcome was evaluated by Lysholym knee score.

Results: All cases showed union. Most of the fracture union (80%) occurred between 12-16 weeks, followed by 15% of the fracture union in more than 16 weeks. 65% patients had range of motion greater than 120, 25% patients had range of motion between 90-120 and 10% patients had range of motion lesser than 90. According to Lysholym Knee Score 50% of the patients in the study group showed excellent results while 20% patients reported Good to Excellent result.

Key Words: locking compression plates, lysholym knee score, proximal tibia fractures, fracture non-union.