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LCP Meta-Diaphyseal Volar Distal Radius Plate The LCP meta-diaphyseal volar distal radius plates have been designed as longer distal radius plates, to treat fractures with a proximal extension into the diaphyseal regions of the radius. The meta-diaphyseal volar distal radius plate is effectively a plate combining the head of the LCP volar distal radius plate with a similar shaft to the LCP 3.5. But the meta-diaphyseal volar distal radius plate can be placed more proximal than the LCP volar distal radius plate, and it is significantly stronger.
34-year-old male, with open fracture after motor vehicle accident.
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The meta-diaphyseal volar distal radius plate is precontoured to match the volar surface of the distal radius. It features a 25° angulation equivalent to the normal anatomy of the distal radius. The plate head offers 4 threaded round holes which accept 2.4 mm locking head screws. The plates are available with 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, or 15 holes in the shaft, ranging from 95–240 mm. A precontoured radial bow is included in the shaft of the plates after 95 mm to match the anatomic curve of the radial shaft. Relief cuts are included after every other hole, beginning after the 7th hole (after 95 mm) to ease additional contouring needed to match the patient’s specific radial bow. The plates are available in left and right configurations and in stainless steel or CP titanium.
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Fig 1a–b Preoperative x-rays; primary stabilization with external fixator.
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Fig 2a–b Eight months postoperative; full forearm rotation and 75% grip strength and wrist motion.
Case provided by Jesse Jupiter, Boston
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Fig 3a–b Full motion recovery.