[An experimental study of treatment of comminuted distal femur fracture with locked double- plating].

Objective: To explore new techniques for the treatment of comminuted distal femoral fractures to promote functional restoration and reduce the complications of the fracture.

Methods: Sixteen adult canines were selected for this study, and the experimental and control hindlimb for each canine were randomly determined. Distal comminuted fracture (AO/ASIF Type C2) was induced in both sides of the canine's femurs, and one side was fixed with the double plates (steel plate and polyethylene plate), whereas the other with a single steel plate.