Table 3 Complications between the two groups
Variable | Bicortical locking group (n = 27) | Far cortical locking group (n = 18) |
|---|---|---|
Overall complications (n, %) | 9 (33.3%) | 5 (27.8%) |
Fracture collapse (%) | – | – |
Metal failure (%) | – | – |
Screw loosening (%) | – | – |
Infection (%) | – | – |
Peri-hardware fracture (%) | – | – |
Stiffness at 1 year after surgery (%) | 6 (22.2%) | 4 (22.2%) |
Avascular necrosis with screw penetration (%) | 1 (3.7%) | – |
Resorption or migration of the greater tuberosity (%) | 2 (7.4%) | 1 (5.6%) |