True about Locking compression plate:: (A) In osteoporotic patients, it should not be used, (B) Usually cause periosteal necrosis., (C) Mechanically superior to a conventional plate, (D) Can not be used as compression plate
Answer is C. Locking compression plate- Mechanically superior to a conventional plate Indications - pathological bone, osteoporotic bone, metaphyseal area/periaicular fracture, periprosthetic fracture. Does not cause periosteal necrosis. Can be used as compression plate