Comparison of multi-track mini single arm external fixation and plate internal fixation in the treatment of missed Monteggia fracture in children - Takeaways - MDSpire

Comparison of multi-track mini single arm external fixation and plate internal fixation in the treatment of missed Monteggia fracture in children

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  • Rui Bai

  • Xiaoli Ding

  • Hongbo Chen

  • Zhenyu Bai

  • Long Wu

  • Peng Ye

  • June 19, 2026

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    The study analyzed 22 pediatric patients with missed Monteggia fractures treated with either external or internal fixation.

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    External fixation resulted in shorter operation duration and lower volume of blood loss compared to internal fixation.

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    At 12 months post-operation, elbow flexion and forearm rotation improved significantly more in the external fixation group.

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    The Mayo score for elbow function was higher in the external fixation group, indicating better functional outcomes.

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    Overall complication rates were higher in the external fixation group, but not statistically significant compared to internal fixation.

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Comparison of multi-track mini single arm external fixation and plate internal fixation in the treatment of missed Monteggia fracture in children

  • by Rui Bai, Xiaoli Ding, Hongbo Chen, Zhenyu Bai, Long Wu, Peng Ye

  • June 19, 2026

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