| Abstract [eng] |
The issue of distal radius fractures is one of the most common injuries encountered in the field of trauma. According to epidemiological studies, distal radius fractures account for about 15- 20% of adult fractures, of which approximately 50% are articular fractures. The surgical treatment consists of patient preparation for surgery, preoperative planning, surgery, and postoperative care. During the preoperative planning stage, the orthopedic surgeon assesses the x-rays and computer tomography images.With the development and progression of modern technology, a new approach to preoperative planning has emerged, using 3D printed models, which allow a more precise identification of the fracture morphology and structure. The aim of this biomedical study was to evaluate the clinical and radiological outcomes and complication rates of patients surgically treated distal radius fracture C type using 3D printed models for preoperative planning. This study has two main objectives. Firstly, to compare inter- and intra- observer agreement in evaluating radiographs and computer tomography images of distal radius fractures with or without 3D printed models. Next, to assess and compare the clinical and radiological outcomes and complication rates of patients who underwent surgery with and without 3D printed models. This study shows that 3D printed models improve inter- and intra-observer agreement in the assessment of morphology, classification and preoperative planning of distal radius fractures C type. Further, surgical treatment of distal radius fractures type C using 3D printed models for preoperative planning, reduces the complication rate. |
