Induced membrane technique applied to the forearm: Technical refinement, indications and results of 13 cases.

Introduction: The unique anatomical characteristics of the forearm bones makes their reconstruction challenging. The aim of this study was to report the surgical methods and results of the induced membrane technique applied to traumatic forearm bone defects.

Material And Methods: We evaluated retrospectively a case series of 13 patients operated between 2010 and 2017.

Open reduction and internal fixation of three- and four-part proximal humeral fractures by intrafocal distraction: a clinical and radiographic study of thirty-two cases with five to ten years of follow-up.

Purpose: The disadvantage of ORIF of proximal humerus fracture (PHF) by intrafocal distraction is that once the device is inserted, it cannot be removed. This study was designed to evaluate the tolerance of such a titanium alloy device at five years of minimal follow-up (FU) and secondarily to assess the relevance of the osteosynthesis of these fractures.

Method: Thirty-two patients operated for PHF and implanted with a titanium alloy device between 2009 and 2011 were reviewed: fifteen three-part fracture (3-PF) with mean age 65.