Table 2. Outcomes of volar angular stable miniplate and cancellous bone grafting.
| Radiological outcomes a | ||
|---|---|---|
| Union on CT-scan | ||
| 3 mo | 11/21 | 52% |
| 6 mo | 16/21 | 76% |
| 9 mo | 18/21 | 86% |
| 12 mo | 19/21 | 90% |
| Functional outcomes b | (Preoperative) | (Postoperative) |
| PRWHE | 59 points | 25 points |
| Grip strength | 68% | 64% |
| Range of motion | 102 degrees | 106 degrees |
| Complications and plate removal | ||
| Major | 0/21 | 0% |
| Minor | 1/21 | 0,05% |
| Plate removal | 6/21 | 29% |
Abbreviations: CT, computed tomography; PRWHE, patient-rated wrist and hand evaluation.
a
Radiological outcomes as assessed on CT scan at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months after surgery.
b
Functional outcomes as measured at the time of union as assessed by follow-up CT scan.