Results of the Use of Bioabsorbable Magnesium Screws for Surgical Treatment of Mason Type II Radial Head Fractures
Chul-Hyung Lee, Seungha Woo, Hyun Duck Choi
Abstract
Background: In Mason classification type II radial head fractures, compared to plate fixation, fixation with cannulated headless screws and absorbable pins has been reported to provide more favorable postoperative outcomes, including less postoperative limitation in range of motion. The fact that radial head fractures are less prone to weight-bearing during fracture union further supports the use of absorbable screws as a suitable alternative treatment option in radial head fractures. This study aimed to perform fixation through open reduction using bioabsorbable magnesium screws for Mason type II radial head fractures and to report radiographic and clinical results. Methods: gas production. The Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score, Mayo Elbow Performance Score (MEPS), hand grip power, and range of joint motion were measured at the 6-month follow-up to evaluate the clinical efficacy of the operation. Results: = 0.002). The range of elbow joint motion was measured: mean flexion, 146.1°; mean extension, 1.4°; mean pronation, 88.2°; and mean supination, 87.9°. Conclusions: In treating Mason type II radial head fractures, the use of bioabsorbable screws made of magnesium showed satisfactory results in radiographic and clinical evaluations. Magnesium bioabsorbable screws can maintain sufficient stability at the fracture site and have the advantage of avoiding secondary operation for the removal of internal fixation devices.