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Clinico-radiological evaluation of juxta articular fractures and diaphyseal fractures of upper limb managed with locking compression plating

Authors:	P.P. Manoj Kumar K.R. Salgotra

Affiliation:	^aCare & Cure Clinic, Keshavnagar, Pune 36, India;^bCommandant, MH (CTC) Pune 411040, India

Abstract:	Background Locking compression plate (LCP) fixation of juxta articular and diaphyseal fractures of upper limb is a new modality of operative management. Methods Twenty-five consecutive cases of juxta articular and diaphyseal fractures of upper limb were fixed with LCP and results were analyzed. Results All fractures healed in good anatomical position in 6–8 weeks with good functional outcome. Conclusion LCP is a reliable fixation device for juxta articular and diaphyseal fractures of upper limb.

Keywords:	Locking compression plate (LCP) Internal fixator Combi-holes Juxta articular fracture