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Hadhramout University Journal of Natural & Applied Sciences

Hadhramout University Journal of Natural & Applied Sciences

Abstract

Distal radius fractures are the most common fracture encountered in clinical practice. The aim of the study was to determine the characteristics of the patients, some aspects of the clinical findings, and the complications. This is a retrospective descriptive study of patients with distal radius fracture and treated by the use of bridging external fixation. It was conducted from January 2016 to December 2018 in Aden. The patients' charts were retrieved, and data was obtained. The total cases were 40, males (87.5%) and females (12.5%). Their mean age was 40 ± 19 years. The age ranged between 13 and 80 years. The most affected side was the right side (57.5%). The main cause of the fracture was road traffic accident which represents (60%). Bone quality was good in (82.5%) of cases and osteoporotic in (17.5%) of cases. Mild displacement was (17.5%) and minimal displacement (5.0%). The majority of patients, 18(45%), were in the age group 21 – 40 years. Nonunion found in 1 (2.5%) case and pin tract infection found in I (2.5%) case. The mean duration of external fixator application was 6.2 ± 0.96 weeks. The follow-up duration was between 6 to 12 months. Bridging external fixation was performed for all patients. None of the patients had Sudeck atrophy. Further comprehensive studies are needed to find out the benefit of this surgical procedure.

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