Fractures of Mid-Shaft Clavicle: A Systematic Review

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Vol 05 Issue 1 | January 2024 | page: 02-05 | Bikram Kar, Aakash Mishra, Dusyant Chauhan

DOI: https://doi.org/10.13107/ojot.2024.v05i01.047

Received 20/05/2023; Reviewed 18/06/2023; Accepted 14/11/2023; Published 10/01/2024

Authors: Bikram Kar [1], Aakash Mishra [1], Dusyant Chauhan [1]

[1] Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India

Address of Correspondence

Dr. Aakash Mishra

Senior Resident, Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India.

Email: aakash3040@gmail.com

Abstract

Clavicle fractures, particularly those occurring in the mid-shaft, are common injuries, accounting for approximately 2.6% of all fractures. These fractures predominantly affect males in their second and third decades of life, with a bimodal distribution in females. Historically, conservative treatment was preferred due to low nonunion rates. However, recent studies indicate higher nonunion rates with conservative treatment for displaced fractures. Surgical intervention, including plate fixation and intramedullary fixation, has shown better functional outcomes and higher patient satisfaction. This systematic review evaluates various treatment modalities, highlighting the benefits of surgical intervention for specific patient groups.
Keywords: Clavicle fractures, Mid-shaft, Surgical intervention, Conservative treatment, Functional outcomes

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