title: Internal fixation of lateral clavicle fractures with Vicryl tape.
abstract: Six consecutive Neer type II fractures of the lateral end of the clavicle were treated by indirect open reduction and internal fixation using Vicryl tape. All fractures healed within 6-8 weeks after the operation. The pre-injury level of function was restored in all cases. This method of fixation is relatively simple and appears to be a valuable alternative to Bosworth-type screw fixation.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wycombe General Hospital, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 2TT, UK, arthrotomy@hotmail.com.
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authors.lastname: Othman