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A longitudinal retrospective analysis of 13 patients with displaced lateral clavicle fractures (Neer-Allman Group II Type II) treated with open reduction and internal fixation with the lateral clavicle hook plate (AO hook plate ‘SYNTHES’) is presented here. High union rates (12/13 patients) and excellent return to function are demonstrated. The operative technique is described and recommendations have been made. We also examine possible factors contributing to the one case of non-union.
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Bhangal, K.K., Evans, S.C. & Gibbons, C.E. Treatment of Displaced Lateral Clavicle Fractures with the AO Hook Plate. Eur J Trauma 32, 468–470 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00068-006-6012-6
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00068-006-6012-6