The Assessment of Functional and Radiological Outcome of Scapular Body Fracture Treated With Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Using Plate Osteosynthesis

Abstract

Background: The study examines various factors influencing clinical outcomes among participants who underwent plate fixation for scapular body fracture. These factors are essential for understanding the post operative functional and radiological outcomes.

Methods: 20 participants were included in this study. Data were collected on age distribution, gender distribution, time to union of injury, constant scores, and Gleno-Polar angles. Comparative analysis was done to evaluate the impact of variables on study outcomes.

Results: The age distribution showed that 65% of participants were under 45 years and 35% were 45 years or older. The gender distribution revealed a predominantly male cohort (80%). Follow-up durations varied, with most participants followed up for a total duration of 1 year. The constant scores ranged from 76 to 94, showing showing good and excellent outcome. GPAs ranged from 33◦ to 43◦ , reflecting restoration of anatomical alignment.

Conclusion: Patients with indication for surgery undergoing plate fixation along with early mobilisation post operatively have shown better functional and radiological outcomes in comparison to conservative management of scapular fractures.