# Fracture-Related Infection of a Distal Femur Open Fracture Treated With a Supracutaneous Locking Plate

## TL;DR

A rare case of a bone infection after a femur fracture was successfully treated using a supracutaneous locking plate, offering a new alternative to traditional methods.

## Contribution

The paper introduces the use of a supracutaneous locking plate as an alternative treatment for fracture-related infections in open femur fractures.

## Key findings

- Supracutaneous locking plates effectively control infection and provide stability in peri-articular distal femur fractures.
- This technique is a viable alternative to conventional external fixation for managing fracture-related infections.
- Multidisciplinary approaches improve outcomes in treating complex fracture-related infections.

## Abstract

Fracture-related infection (FRI) is a challenging complication in open fractures. It can cause major disability to patients and a burden to the public health sector. A multidisciplinary approach is required to eradicate infection and improve the quality of life for patients. We present a case of an FRI in an open fracture of the distal femur treated using a supracutaneous locking plate, which is an uncommon technique. This technique yields excellent outcomes in controlling local infection and providing satisfactory stability, especially for a peri-articular distal femur fracture with FRI. Therefore, supracutaneous plating using a locking plate can be considered an alternative option to conventional external fixations in managing FRIs.