Internal fixation of lateral clavicle fractures with Vicryl tape.

Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wycombe General Hospital, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 2TT, UK,

Published: January 2002

Six consecutive Neer type II fractures of the lateral end of the clavicle were treated by indirect open reduction and internal fixation using Vicryl tape. All fractures healed within 6-8 weeks after the operation. The pre-injury level of function was restored in all cases. This method of fixation is relatively simple and appears to be a valuable alternative to Bosworth-type screw fixation.

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