Comparative study of double and single plate fixation for distal femur fractures

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Authors: Arvind Ambedkar, Alka Ambedkar, Darshita Sharma, Sachin Parmar
DOI: 10.6026/973206300220157
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Abstract

Distal femur fractures account for less than 1% of all fractures and approximately 3-6% of femoral fractures. Hence, 30 patients underwent double plating using a distal femur locking compression plate (LCP) at the J.A. Group of Hospitals, Gwalior. Radiographs and the Knee Society Score were used to evaluate outcomes after dual plating through lateral and medial approaches. Overall, 89.99% of patients achieved excellent-to-good results, 30% developed minor complications, and most fractures united by 20-22 weeks. In complex distal femur fractures, double distal femur LCP fixation appears to provide stable fixation, reliable union, and satisfactory functional recovery.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Bone fractures and treatments Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment Hip and Femur Fractures

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Journal / source
Bioinformation
Volume
22
Issue
1
Pages
157–162
Publication date
31 January 2026
Language
EN