Abstract
PURPOSE : We evaluated the results after the lag screw fixations using A.O. 2.0mm mini
screws for the unstable multiple spiral metacarpal fractures.
MATERIALS AND METHODS : thirteen cases of multiple spiral metacarpal fractures were
treated with the lag screw fixations using 2.0mm mini cortical screws by the
recommended technique of AOASIF. TAM of each digit was measured at the time of
last follow up and the result was compared with the contralateral normal digits. We also
evaluated the amount of shortening, angulation or rotation at the fracture sites on the
last follow-up radiographs.
RESULTS : Complete radiological unions were obtained in all of the cases. TAM of the
operated digits were above 90% compared with those of the contralateral normal digits
except 1 case, which had an another fracture and deep laceration at the distal phalanx
and proximal interphalangeal joint during the period of follow up. We could not find any
shortening, angulation or rotation at the fracture sites on the last follow-up radiographs.
CONCLUSION : When we consider that the goal of treatment of the metacarpal fracture
is to obtain full motion of the digit through the early mobilization after injury, we think
that the lag screw fixation using 2.0mm mini screw is a good treatment modality in the
cases of unstable multiple spiral metacarpal fractures.