The Effects Of Non-Locking Dynamic Compression Plate Versus Locking Compression Plate On Tibial Condyle Fracture Treatment

Abstract

The goal of this study is to compare the treatment outcomes of a tibial condylar fracture treated with regular non-locking dynamic compression plates with locking compression plates in terms of anatomical and function restoration, as well as post-operative complications. For this trial, 40 patients were randomly assigned to one of two groups. To establish statistical significance for the study's continuous data, an unpaired t test was performed. With a p value of 0.05, this difference was declared significant (or 0.04 in the current study). Patients who underwent tibial condyle fracture surgery with locking compression plates healed faster and had better functional outcomes than those who underwent surgery with non-locking buttress plating. A larger sample size and a longer study period are required to draw a firm conclusion.