Comparing hand strength and quality life of locking plate versus intramedullary k wire for transverse midshaft metacarpal fractures.

Aim In the scientific literature there are no papers that clarify which method of surgical fixation in transverse metacarpal fractures has the best functional outcomes. The aim of this study was to compare the hand strength obtained using two different methods in the treatment of these fractures. Methods A total of 52 patients who presented a transverse metacarpal fracture were enrolled.

Scapular body fractures: Short-term results of surgical management with extended indications.

Introduction: Scapular body fractures represent less than 1% of all skeletal fractures. Operative criteria and risk factors for scapular fracture instability are well defined. Non-operative management of scapular body fractures show satisfactory results but with shortening and medialization of the scapular body.