Comparison of post-operative numbness and patient satisfaction using minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis or open plating for acute displaced clavicular shaft fractures

The MIPO technique for clavicle shaft fractures is an effective way to reduce post-operative numbness and improve patients' satisfaction compare to conventional open plating. Surgeons could consider using this technique as an alternative procedure to prevent iatrogenic supraclavicular nerve damage and subsequent anterior chest wall numbness.