Plate Fixation of Inferior Ramus in Pubis-Ischium Ramus Improves Mechanical Stability in Tile B Pelvic Injures: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Analysis and Early Clinical Experience

Plate Fixation of Inferior Ramus in Pubis-Ischium Ramus Improves Mechanical Stability in Tile B Pelvic Injures: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Analysis and Early Clinical Experience | Research Square window.SnipcartSettings = { analytics: { enabled: false } }; (function() { var accessVector = localStorage.getItem('access_vector') || ''; window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; if (accessVector) { window.dataLayer.push({ user: { profile: { profileInfo: { snid: accessVector } } } }); } })(); (function(w,d,s,l,i){w[l]=w[l]||[];w[l].push({'gtm.start':new Date().getTime(),event:'gtm.js'});var f=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],j=d.createElement(s),dl=l!='dataLayer'?'&l='+l:'';j.async=true;j.src='https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtm.js?id='+i+dl;f.parentNode.insertBefore(j,f);})(window,document,'script','dataLayer','GTM-K279D39R'); Browse Preprints In Review Journals COVID-19 Preprints AJE Video Bytes Research Tools Research Promotion AJE Professional Editing AJE Rubriq About Preprint Platform In Review Editorial Policies Our Team Advisory Board Help Center Sign In Submit a Preprint Cite Share Download PDF Research Article Plate Fixation of Inferior Ramus in Pubis-Ischium Ramus Improves Mechanical Stability in Tile B Pelvic Injures: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Analysis and Early Clinical Experience Zhongjie Pan, Feng Hu, Yuquan Li, Muwen Li, Min Chen, Wengui Huang, and 3 more This is a preprint; it has not been peer reviewed by a journal. https://doi.org/ 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3873314/v1 This work is licensed under a CC BY 4.0 License Status: Posted Version 1 posted You are reading this latest preprint version Abstract Background Management of inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus remains controversial, and related research is sparse. The main intention of this study is to describe the biomechanical and clinical outcomes of pubis-ischium ramus fractures in Tile B pelvic injuries and to identify the feasibility and necessity of fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus. Methods This study comprised two parts: a biomechanical test and a retrospective clinical study. For the biomechanical tests, Tile B-type pelvic injuries were modeled in six cadaver specimens by performing pubis-ischium osteotomies and disruption of the anterior and interosseous sacroiliac ligaments. The superior and/or inferior rami of the pubis-ischium ramus were repaired with reconstruction plates and separated into three groups (A, B, and C). Specimens were placed in the standing position and were loaded axially with two-leg support for three cycles at 500 N. The displacements of sacroiliac joints at osteotomy were measured with Vernier calipers and compared using statistical software. To investigate the clinical outcomes of this technique, 26 patients were retrospectively analyzed and divided into a superior ramus fixation group (Group D) and a combined superior and inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fixation group (Group E). The main outcome measures were time of operation, blood loss, postoperative radiographic reduction grading, and functional outcomes. Results In the vertical loading test, Group E showed better pelvic ring stability than Group D ( P < 0.05). However, the shift of the sacroiliac joints was almost identical among the three groups. In our clinical case series, all fractures in Group E achieved bony union. Group E demonstrated earlier weight-bearing functional exercise (2.54 ± 1.45 vs. 4.77 ± 2.09; P = 0.004), earlier bony union (13.23 ± 2.89 vs. 16.55 ± 3.11; P = 0.013), and better functional outcomes (89.77 ± 7.27 vs. 82.38 ± 8.81; P = 0.028) than Group D. The incidence of sexual dysfunction was significantly lower in Group E than that in Group D (2/13 vs. 7/13; P = 0.039). Bone nonunion occurred in two patients in Group D, and two patients in Group E had heterotopic ossification. None of the patients exhibited wound complications, infections, implant failures, or bone–implant interface failures. Conclusion Fixation of the inferior ramus of a pubis-ischium ramus fracture based on conventional fixation of the anterior pelvic ring is mechanically superior in cadaveric Tile B pelvic injury and shows rapid recovery, good functional outcomes, and low incidence of complications. inferior ramus pubis-ischium ramus Tile B pelvic injuries biomechanical plate fixation Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 1. Introduction Pelvic ring injuries occur frequently in cases of high-energy trauma and are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Prior research has shown that early stabilization of the pelvis is critical for survival( 1 ). The continuity of the front pelvic ring is important for pelvic stability, as non-continuity leads to asymmetrical loads. The superior and inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus are important parts of the anterior ring and act as biomechanical arches of the pelvis( 2 ). Studies suggest that anterior fixation enhances the stability of posterior fixation, and that an improper treatment of anterior injuries may lead to late failure of posterior fixation( 3 , 4 ).However, the optimal strategy for anterior pelvic ring repair and fixation remains controversial( 5 ). Fixation of the superior ramus can be achieved through a variety of mechanisms, including intramedullary screws, INFIX, plates, and eternal fixation( 6 – 9 ). Currently, there is a paucity of data comparing the inferior ramus to the pubis-ischium ramus. Although percutaneous fixation for inferior ramus fracture nonunion has been reported in the literature, with early clinical success in small cases( 10 ), the information presented in this prior study is limited, and the biomechanics of fixation remain unclear. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to use a cadaveric model to evaluate the biomechanical properties of plate internal fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus and to observe the clinical outcomes of fixation of the fracture of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus. Based on the conventional fixation of the anterior ring, we hypothesized that fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus would achieve both biomechanical and clinical advantages. Therefore, research on treating of anterior pelvic ring fractures is of great significance for guiding clinical treatment, promoting patients’ return to activities, and reducing the complications of anterior ring injuries. 2. Methods 2.1 Cadaveric study Six formalin-preserved human adult cadaveric pelvises (3 females and 3 males, mean age: 35.67 ± 12.94 years) were chosen for biomechanical testing at the Guangxi medical University following the attainment of consent from the donors’ families. Approval was obtained from the Guangxi Medical University Ethics Committee [Number: 2022(KY-0145)]. Prior to biomechanical testing, the soft tissue of each pelvis was removed clearly, and the anterior and interosseous sacroiliac ligaments were disrupted. Preservation of posterior sacroiliac, sacrospinous, and sacrotuberous ligament integrity was ensured by retaining the L3–L5, sacrum, and 20 cm of the proximal femur. Pelvic specimens were observed with the naked eye and were subjected to radiography to ensure the absence of pathologies(Fig. 1). Figure 1 was an X-rayofapelvic specimen. 2.2 Pelvic injury model creation Models of Tile B pelvic injuries were created by sawing each left superior ramus and the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium vertically with a saw. Pelvises were separated into three groups based on the treatment, as follows: The superior ramus was repaired with a 3.5-mm pelvic reconstruction plate (Group A); the superior ramus hardware after biomechanical compression was checked, and the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus of Group A was repaired with a 2.7-mm reconstruction plate (Group B); the superior ramus was removed, and the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus underwent plate fixation (Group C). For this experiment, the Shandong Weigao Company (Weihai, China) provided all the implants, and they were implanted into the specimens by the same operator. We inserted two 1.5 mm K-wires into the vertical waterlines at the superior ramus (L1), inferior ramus of the pubis ischium ramus (L2), and sacroiliac region (L3) to measure the distances between the two wires during the pressurization process(Fig. 2). Figure 2 was the TileB fracture cadaver model. 2.3 Biomechanical testing We performed All biomechanical experiments at the Guangxi Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine, Guangxi Medical University. The distal part of the femur and L3 vertebra were embedded and immobilized in a biomechanical testing machine (AGS-X, Shimadzu, Tokyo, Japan). All specimens were placed in a standing position and fixed. Axial compression of 10 N/s was exerted on the upper sacrum and sustained for a duration of 60 s until the load reached 500 N. The experiment was replicated a minimum of three times. The distance between two K-wires was measured three times using Vernier calipers (Gemany MNT, China), and the mean value was calculated(Fig. 3). Figure 3 represented the biomechanical test model of three different reconstruction modes after pelvic injury(A-C).A:Fixation of superior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus;B:Fixation of supperior and inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus,C:Fixation of inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus 2.4 Clinical research We conducted a retrospective case study of patients who underwent surgery at our department between August 2019 and August 2022. A total of 26 patients with pubis-ischium ramus fractures of the superior and inferior ramus were included. The inclusion criteria for open reduction and internal fixation were: inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fractures with a displacement greater than 4 mm, separation displacement greater than 2 mm, and comminuted fractures. All patients agreed to participate and provided written informed consent prior to undergoing treatment. This study was approved by the institutional review board of our institute [Approval No.2022 (KY⁃0145)]. Before surgery, a complete routine preoperative examination, including blood biochemistry and pelvic CT,was performed(Fig. 4). Figure 4(A-D) was 3D reconstruction of CT scan obtained from differer angles.A-D: 3D reconstruction of preoperative CT images of the pelvis of A 32-year-old man with fractures of the right superior and inferior rami of the pubis-ischium ramus .Patient demographics, injury mechanisms, time to surgery, operative time, blood loss, time to weight-bearing rehabilitation exercises, duration of hospital stay, and postoperative complications were recorded. Prior to the procedure, all patients were administered general anesthesia and positioned supine. Group D (8 males and 5 females) underwent plate fixation, and Group E (7 males and 6 females) underwent plate fixation of both the superior and inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus. A lateral-perineal approach was used to perform fracture reduction and plate fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus injuries. In both groups, the adductor muscle was reconstructed before the incision was closed. Patients in Group D underwent routine non-weight-bearing functional rehabilitation exercises in bed. Patients in Group E were allowed to sit up or move in a wheelchair one day postoperatively, excluding those with combined injuries that required bed rest. Subsequently, weight-bearing function exercises were gradually performed after the X-ray showed satisfactory results and pain was tolerable. Pelvic fracture reduction quality, fracture union rate, mean union time, and functional assessment results were used as clinical outcomes. Pelvic fracture reduction quality was evaluated by the Matta score( 11 ). All three pelvic radiographs showed a bridging callus defining fracture union. The Majeed score could be used to evaluate pelvic functionality( 12 ). 2.5 Statistical analysis All statistical analyses were finished by SPSS 21.0 (IBM, Armonk, NY, USA). We described measurement data using the mean ± standard deviation (± s), and compared each group using one-way analysis. The enumeration-type data were analyzed by the chi-square test. Statistical significance was defined as P < 0.05. 3. Results 3.1 Biomechanical analysis Under 500 N of loading, the average largest displacements in Group A were 0.33, 0.61, and 0.08 mm in L1, L2, and L3, respectively. The corresponding displacements were 0.15, 0.08, and 0.06 mm in Group B, and 0.81, 0.21, and 0.09 mm in Group C, respectively (Table 1 ). The displacements in Group B were significantly smaller at L1 and L2 than those in Groups A and C. The differences among the three groups at L3 were not statistically significant. Table 1 Comparison of pelvic ring dispalcement distance (mm) under 500 N axial loading Parameter Group A Group B P-Value Group A Group C P-Value Group B Group C P-Value L1 0.26 ± 0.05 0.11 ± 0.03 0.021 0.26 ± 0.05 0.61 ± 0.17 < 0.001 0.11 ± 0.03 0.61 ± 0.17 < 0.001 L2 0.33 ± 0.16 0.05 ± 0.02 < 0.001 0.33 ± 0.16 0.18 ± 0.04 0.015 0.05 ± 0.02 0.18 ± 0.04 0.043 L3 0.06 ± 0.02 0.05 ± 0.01 0.278 0.06 ± 0.02 0.07 ± 0.02 0.363 0.05 ± 0.01 0.07 ± 0.02 0.057 3.2 Clinical results The baseline characteristics of patients with no significant intergroup differences are shown in Table 2 .(Table 2 ) Group D included 5 females and 8 males, with a mean age of 39.69 ± 9.15 years (range 26–52 years). The predominant injury mechanism was traffic accident injury (7 cases), followed by falling from a height (4 cases) and other injuries (2 cases). According to the Tile classification, the cohort included 6, 4, and 3 type B1, B2, and B3 fractures, respectively. Group E included 6 females and 7 males, with a mean age of 36.77 ± 9.52 years (range 19–51 years). The injury mechanisms were traffic accident injuries (8 cases), falling from a height (4 cases), and other injuries (1 case). According to the Tile classification, there were 5, 6, and 2 cases of type B1, B2, and B3 fractures. The same group of surgeons performed all surgeries Table 2 Patient demographics of two groups Parameter Age Gender:male/female Injury mechanism Tile Classification Traffic accident Fall from height Other B1 B2 B3 Group D 39.69 ± 9.15 8/5 7 4 2 6 4 3 Group E 36.77 ± 9.52 7/6 8 4 1 5 6 2 P 0.433 0.691 0.819 0.708 The mean follow-up time was 19.38 ± 4.19 months (range 13–26) in Group D and 17.92 ± 4.55 months (range 12–28) in Group E(Table 3 ). The mean time to surgery was 6.15 ± 3.13 days (range 2 − 13) in Group D and 6.54 ± 2.88 days (range 3–12) in Group E. The average operation time in Group D [131.54 ± 33.48 (range 83–196)] was significantly longer than that in Group E [190.23 ± 30.33 (range 147–262)] ( P < 0.001). No significant differences were observed in terms of blood loss. However, Group E [11.69 ± 5.95 (range 6–26)] had a shorter hospitalization time than Group D [17.92 ± 7.63 (range 8–32)] ( P = 0.029) Table 3 Operation-related indices and Clinical data Parameter Follow-up time (month) Time to surgery (day) Operation time(min) Blood loss (ml) Hospitalization time (day) Group D 19.38 ± 4.19 6.15 ± 3.13 131.54 ± 33.48 413.85 ± 107.05 17.92 ± 7.63 Group E 17.92 ± 4.55 6.54 ± 2.88 190.23 ± 30.33 498.46 ± 108.39 11.69 ± 5.95 P 0.403 0.747 < 0.001 0.057 0.029 Clinical outcomes are presented in Table 4 (Table 4 ). The postoperative radiographic and functional outcomes are shown in Table 4 . By referring to the relevant Matta radiological standards, we divided the quality of fracture reduction into four grades: excellent, good, fair and poor. In group D, 4 cases were excellent, 4 cases were good, 4 cases were fair, and 1 case was poor, while in Group E, there were 8 excellent cases, 3 good cases and 1 poor case.This was the postoperative X-ray of the male patient(Fig. 4,E-H).E:Anteroposterior view,F:Outlet view,G:Inlet view,H:Obturator view,the male's quality of fracture reduction was excellent. The average time to weight-bearing exercise in Group E was 2.54 ± 1.45 (range 1–8) weeks, which was significantly earlier than that in Group D [4.77 ± 2.09 (range 76–100)] ( P = 0.004). Table 4 Clinical outcomes Parameter Matta score weight-bearing (week) Union time (week) Majeed score Sexual dysfunction rate Excellent Good Fair Poor Satisfactory rate Group D 4 4 4 1 8/13 (61.54%) 4.77 ± 2.09 16.55 ± 3.11 82.38 ± 8.81 7/13(53.85%) Group E 8 3 2 0 11/13 (84.62%) 2.54 ± 1.45 13.23 ± 2.89 89.77 ± 7.27 2/13(15.38%) P 0.185 0.004 0.013 0.028 0.039 The fractures achieved bony union in a mean duration of 16.55 ± 3.11 (range 12–22) weeks in Group D, excluding 2 cases of the inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus nonunion. All patients in Group E achieved bony union in a mean duration of 13.23 ± 2.89 (range 8–18) weeks, which was significantly shorter than that in Group D ( P = 0.013). The average Majeed pelvic score in Group E [82.38 ± 8.81 (range 72–100)] was significantly higher than that in Group C [89.77 ± 7.27 (range 76–100)] ( P = 0.028). The incidence of sexual dysfunction was significantly higher in Group D than that in Group E ( P = 0.039). Two patients developed non-union of the inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus fractures in Group D, while two patients had heterotopic ossification near the ischial tubercles in Group E, although neither experienced discomfort. No wound complications, infections, implant failures, or bone–implant interface failures occurred in any of the patients. 4. Discussion Restoring the anatomical structure and biomechanical stability of the pelvic ring, promoting early functional exercise, and accelerating bone healing are all important goals of surgical treatment of pelvic ring injuries. Studies have shown that 40% of pelvic stability is maintained by the anterior complex( 13 ). In a prior study, Liu et al. indicated that the stability of the posterior pelvic ring correspondingly increases with an increase in the stability of the anterior pelvic ring( 14 ). However, information regarding the role of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium as a stabilizer of the anterior pelvic ring is limited, and it is unclear whether repair of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium is beneficial. Furthermore, repair of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus injury has not received adequate clinical attention. Therefore, this study was conducted to address the gap in scientific knowledge regarding the biomechanical capabilities of new techniques for treating injuries to the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus. Studies have shown that patients with pelvic fracture displacement of < 1 cm have a good prognosis( 15 , 16 ). Our results showed that when both the superior ramus and inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus were fixed, the displacement of the posterior pelvic ring joint and the fracture of the anterior pelvic ring was less than 0.2 cm under loads of 500 N. These findings demonstrate that the superior ramus combined with the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fixation can provide excellent biomechanical stability against anterior pelvic injuries. The biomechanical findings of this study indicate that repair and fixation of obturator ring injuries should be considered in clinical practice. The displacement of the posterior pelvic ring did not exhibit any statistically significant difference regardless of the fixation method employed for the anterior pelvic ring in this study, suggesting that fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus alone may be an alternative option for the treatment of Tile B pelvic injuries. Internal fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus through the lateral approach to the perineum is a safe and easy technique with few related complications. In the present study, we applied the lateral-perineal approach to the ischial tuberosity, which was located 4 cm lateral to the apex of the pubic arch point; this approach has also been reported previously( 17 ). Surgical indications for the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus are controversial; in general, fractures of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus are treated as benign fractures and are considered to have little effect on healing of the pelvic ring; therefore, proper reduction and fixation of the fracture are neglected, resulting in complications. Currently, complications are the dominant indication for surgical treatment( 18 ). Persistent pain, sitting discomfort, lower limb discrepancies, and sexual dysfunction are all common complaints( 18 – 21 ).Furthermore, symptomatic nonunion or malunion of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium has aroused clinical concern( 21 – 25 ). Surgical treatment of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus nonunion often requires bone grafting( 19 , 21 ),which is associated with an increased degree of medical trauma compared to initial fixation. Sexual dysfunction is a long-term complication of pelvic ring fractures that is often underestimated and unaddressed, resulting in feelings of shame and depression and reduced quality of life in patients( 26 , 27 ).According to a review, the incidence of sexual dysfunction after pelvic fractures varies from 10.3–100%( 28 – 30 ). Several studies have shown that sexual dysfunction after pelvic fracture is related to multiple factors, including patient age, pelvic injury type, injury severity score, urethral injury, and pelvic floor soft tissue injury( 10 , 26 , 31 , 32 ).Further investigation has indicated that sexual dysfunction is associated with pubic branch fractures and pubic symphysis injuries( 28 ). Nevertheless, whether repair of the inferior ramus in pubis-ischium ramus fractures has a positive effect on sexual function remains unelucidated. With an increasing understanding of the anatomy, biomechanics, and surgical techniques of pelvic injury, patients may benefit from recent efforts to prevent complications in the acute phase of fracture. In the present study, none of the patients experienced bone nonunion or malunion, and a low incidence (15.4%) of sexual dysfunction was observed, which may be related to the good reduction in the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fractures. Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) is important in the management of pelvic ring injuries. In our clinical study, repair and internal fixation of the obturator ring increased the steadiness of the pelvic ring and met the requirements of early weight-bearing exercises. During recovery, the patient’s ability to sit on a wheelchair, walk with crutches, and even have sexual intercourse was improved; therefore, repair and fixation of the inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus fractures should be given more attention and recommended for traumatic pelvic ring injuries, even in anterior ring fractures that occur during hip replacement surgery. Impressively, following total hip arthroplasty, minimal displacement of the inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus fractures and significantly displaced acetabular fractures were observed; prosthesis loosening, fracture fixation, and hip revision surgery were eventually performed( 33 , 34 ). We assumed that revision surgery could be avoided if the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fracture is repaired with non-weight-bearing exercises. However, this hypothesis needs to be confirmed by future studies. Our study provides a foundation to promote the repair of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus in patients with pelvic fractures. Further, our study is the first to report the biomechanical stability of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus, and our results showed increased stability of the pelvic ring when the superior and inferior rami of the pubis-ischium ramus were fixed. Nevertheless, this study has several limitations. First, the biomechanical tests were performed on a limited number of samples. Furthermore, the specimens were not fresh, and the mechanical properties of the pelvis varied after formalin immersion. These limitations may have impeded the reliability of our results. However, the limited number of available cadaver specimens makes it difficult to perform tests on large samples. To solve this problem, prior researchers conducted multiple longitudinal load biomechanical tests using a single pelvic specimen( 7 ). Therefore, multiple groups of loading tests were conducted on the same specimen in the present study. In addition, the loss of normal physiological function of the muscle tissue in the specimens affected the data. Individuals with obesity experience loads of > 500 N in the pelvis; therefore, further investigations with additional loading tests are required. Finally, we performed measurements using a Vernier caliper, which may yield inaccurate results; using a three-dimensional motion tracker, with characteristics of objectivity and high accuracy( 5 ), would provide precise measurement data. 5. Conclusion When the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium is fractured, it can be fixed using conventional anterior pelvic ring fixation procedures. However, in cases of TileB pelvic ring injury, superior ramus combined with inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium fixation therapy can be employed as it has been found to provide higher biomechanical stability and better functional clinical results. Declarations 6. Conflict of Interest The authors of this manuscript declare no relationships with any companies, whose products or services may be related to the subject matter of the article 7. Author Contributions PZJ contributed to performed the biomechanical test and operation;HF and LYQ participated in analysis and interpretation, manuscript revising;LMW,CM,HWG, QLL and LYJ contributed to assist the operation,data collection, analysis and interpretation;LW contributed to manuscript drafting, revising, and approval for publishing. 8. Funding Guangxi Natural Science Foundation of China, No.2023GXNSFAA026320; The R&D project of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Key Trauma Surgery, No.GXKTS202203305; Guangxi Medical and Health Appropriate Technology development and application project,NO.S2022094;Health Commission of Guangxi Autonomous Region self-funded research project,No.Z-A20230609. 9. Acknowledgments The authors would like to thank Zhi Yang and Zhen Tan for valuable suggestions and technical assistance. 10 Consent for publication All authors approved the final manuscript and the submission to this journal. 11. Data Availability Statement This study asserts that all data have been publicly shared, and all pertinent research data has been presented in this publication or supplementary materials. For further information or inquiries, the corresponding author can be contacted and the corresponding author will provide them upon reasonable request. 12. Ethical Approval and Consent Statement This project fully considered and protected the rights and interests of the study objects. It meets the criteria of Ethical Review Committee. Ethical approval of this study was provided by the second affiliated hospital of Guangxi Medical University Review Board [No.2022-KY(0137)]. Written informed consent for publication was obtained from all participants. References Lawson MM, Peterson DF, Friess DM, Cook MR, Working ZM. Delay of fixation increases 30-day complications and mortality in traumatic pelvic ring injuries. European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology: orthopedie traumatologie. 2023. Gamble JG, Simmons SC, Freedman M. The symphysis pubis. Anatomic and pathologic considerations. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1986(203):261–72. Bruce B, Reilly M, Sims S. OTA highlight paper predicting future displacement of nonoperatively managed lateral compression sacral fractures: can it be done? Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 2011;25(9):523–7. Choy WS, Kim KJ, Lee SK, Park HJ. Anterior pelvic plating and sacroiliac joint fixation in unstable pelvic ring injuries. Yonsei medical journal. 2012;53(2):422–6. Hempen EC, Wheatley BM, Schimoler PJ, Kharlamov A, Melvin PR, Miller MC, et al. A biomechanical comparison of superior ramus plating versus intramedullary screw fixation for unstable lateral compression pelvic ring injuries(,,). Injury. 2022;53(12):3899–903. McLachlin S, Lesieur M, Stephen D, Kreder H, Whyne C. Biomechanical analysis of anterior ring fixation of the ramus in type C pelvis fractures. European journal of trauma and emergency surgery: official publication of the European Trauma Society. 2018;44(2):185–90. MacCormick L, Chen F, Gilbertson J, Khan S, Schroder L, Bechtold J, et al. A biomechanical study comparing minimally invasive anterior pelvic ring fixation techniques to external fixation. Injury. 2019;50(2):251–5. Berk T, Zderic I, Caspar J, Schwarzenberg P, Pastor T, Halvachizadeh S, et al. A Novel Implant for Superior Pubic Ramus Fracture Fixation-Development and a Biomechanical Feasibility Study. Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania). 2023;59(4). Berk T, Zderic I, Schwarzenberg P, Pastor T, Lesche F, Halvachizadeh S, et al. Evaluation of cannulated compression headless screws as an alternative implant for superior pubic ramus fracture fixation: a biomechanical study. International orthopaedics. 2023;47(4):1079–87. Sorensen M, Wessells H, Rivara F, Zonies D, Jurkovich G, Wang J, et al. Prevalence and predictors of sexual dysfunction 12 months after major trauma: a national study. The Journal of trauma. 2008;65(5):1045–52; discussion 52 – 3. Matta J, Tornetta P. Internal fixation of unstable pelvic ring injuries. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1996(329):129–40. Majeed S. Grading the outcome of pelvic fractures. The Journal of bone and joint surgery British volume. 1989;71(2):304–6. Bi C, Wang Q, Nagelli C, Wu J, Wang Q, Wang J. Treatment of Unstable Posterior Pelvic Ring Fracture with Pedicle Screw-Rod Fixator Versus Locking Compression Plate: A Comparative Study. Medical science monitor: international medical journal of experimental and clinical research. 2016;22:3764–70. Liu L, Zeng D, Fan S, Peng Y, Song H, Jin D, et al. Biomechanical study of Tile C3 pelvic fracture fixation using an anterior internal system combined with sacroiliac screws. Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research. 2021;16(1):225. Tornetta P, Matta J. Outcome of operatively treated unstable posterior pelvic ring disruptions. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1996(329):186–93. Dujardin F, Hossenbaccus M, Duparc F, Biga N, Thomine J. Long-term functional prognosis of posterior injuries in high-energy pelvic disruption. Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 1998;12(3):145–50; discussion 50 – 1. wei L, jianwen C, Shiting T, Jinmin Z, Zhi Y, Feng H, et al. Anatomic and clinical application of lateral-perineal approach for inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus. Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics|Chin J Orthop. 2022(13):823–30. Oransky M, Tortora M. Nonunions and malunions after pelvic fractures: why they occur and what can be done? Injury. 2007;38(4):489–96. Mears D, Velyvis J. In situ fixation of pelvic nonunions following pathologic and insufficiency fractures. The Journal of bone and joint surgery American volume. 2002;84(5):721–8. Matta J. Indications for anterior fixation of pelvic fractures. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1996(329):88–96. Archdeacon M, Kuhlman G, Kazemi N. Fellow's Corner: Grand rounds from the University of Cincinnati Medical Center–painful superior and inferior pubic rami nonunion. Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 2010;24(11):e109-12. Templeman D, Simpson T, Matta J. Surgical management of pelvic ring injuries. Instructional course lectures. 2005;54:395–400. Ebraheim N, Biyani A, Wong F. Nonunion of pelvic fractures. The Journal of trauma. 1998;44(1):202–4. Matta J, Dickson K, Markovich G. Surgical treatment of pelvic nonunions and malunions. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1996(329):199–206. Pennal G, Massiah K. Nonunion and delayed union of fractures of the pelvis. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1980(151):124–9. Ter-Grigorian A, Kasyan G, Pushkar D. Urogenital disorders after pelvic ring injuries. Central European journal of urology. 2013;66(3):352–6. Papadopoulos I, Kanakaris N, Bonovas S, Triantafillidis A, Garnavos C, Voros D, et al. Auditing 655 fatalities with pelvic fractures by autopsy as a basis to evaluate trauma care. Journal of the American College of Surgeons. 2006;203(1):30–43. Rovere G, Perna A, Meccariello L, De Mauro D, Smimmo A, Proietti L, et al. Epidemiology and aetiology of male and female sexual dysfunctions related to pelvic ring injuries: a systematic review. International orthopaedics. 2021;45(10):2687–97. Pohlemann T, Gänsslen A, Schellwald O, Culemann U, Tscherne H. Outcome after pelvic ring injuries. Injury. 1996:B31-8. Guan Y, Wendong S, Zhao S, Liu T, Liu Y, Zhang X, et al. The vascular and neurogenic factors associated with erectile dysfunction in patients after pelvic fractures. International braz j urol: official journal of the Brazilian Society of Urology. 2015;41(5):959–66. Ceylan H, Kuyucu E, Erdem R, Polat G, Yιlmaz F, Gümüş B, et al. Does pelvic injury trigger erectile dysfunction in men? Chinese journal of traumatology = Zhonghua chuang shang za zhi. 2015;18(4):229–31. Vallier H, Cureton B, Schubeck D. Pelvic ring injury is associated with sexual dysfunction in women. Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 2012;26(5):308–13. Radha S, Shenouda M, Hazlerigg A, Konan S, Hulme A. Fractured inferior pubic ramus with ipsilateral total hip replacement: a case report and review of the literature. Case reports in orthopedics. 2013;2013:674732. Nishi M, Yoshikawa Y, Kaji Y, Okano I, Inagaki K. Multi-Site Insufficiency Pelvic Fracture Following Total Hip Arthroplasty. The American journal of case reports. 2020;21:e927776. Additional Declarations No competing interests reported. Cite Share Download PDF Status: Posted Version 1 posted You are reading this latest preprint version Research Square lets you share your work early, gain feedback from the community, and start making changes to your manuscript prior to peer review in a journal. As a division of Research Square Company, we’re committed to making research communication faster, fairer, and more useful. We do this by developing innovative software and high quality services for the global research community. Our growing team is made up of researchers and industry professionals working together to solve the most critical problems facing scientific publishing. Also discoverable on Platform About Our Team In Review Editorial Policies Advisory Board Help Center Resources Author Services Accessibility API Access RSS feed Manage Cookie Preferences © Research Square 2026 | ISSN 2693-5015 (online) Privacy Policy Terms of Service Do Not Sell My Personal Information {"props":{"pageProps":{"initialData":{"identity":"rs-3873314","acceptedTermsAndConditions":true,"allowDirectSubmit":true,"archivedVersions":[],"articleType":"Research Article","associatedPublications":[],"authors":[{"id":267860786,"identity":"863c6333-6ab0-484f-a75a-8a25a657a781","order_by":0,"name":"Zhongjie Pan","email":"","orcid":"","institution":"the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University","correspondingAuthor":false,"prefix":"","firstName":"Zhongjie","middleName":"","lastName":"Pan","suffix":""},{"id":267860787,"identity":"d2a16c1e-9211-469f-9924-0a5c0fc57dc9","order_by":1,"name":"Feng Hu","email":"","orcid":"","institution":"the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University","correspondingAuthor":false,"prefix":"","firstName":"Feng","middleName":"","lastName":"Hu","suffix":""},{"id":267860788,"identity":"23a22c55-7b97-4f9f-8daf-6f17b68d0548","order_by":2,"name":"Yuquan Li","email":"","orcid":"","institution":"the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University","correspondingAuthor":false,"prefix":"","firstName":"Yuquan","middleName":"","lastName":"Li","suffix":""},{"id":267860789,"identity":"274dbbc5-0663-4e4a-bfc2-82048fb61b34","order_by":3,"name":"Muwen Li","email":"","orcid":"","institution":"Department of Orthopedics, the Peoples Hospital of Yudu County of Jiangxi Province","correspondingAuthor":false,"prefix":"","firstName":"Muwen","middleName":"","lastName":"Li","suffix":""},{"id":267860790,"identity":"ba010a42-c0b8-4fbf-9956-330bebefc3b3","order_by":4,"name":"Min Chen","email":"","orcid":"","institution":"the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University","correspondingAuthor":false,"prefix":"","firstName":"Min","middleName":"","lastName":"Chen","suffix":""},{"id":267860791,"identity":"34159324-b379-4841-8adf-e7f16c12a0d4","order_by":5,"name":"Wengui Huang","email":"","orcid":"","institution":"the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University","correspondingAuthor":false,"prefix":"","firstName":"Wengui","middleName":"","lastName":"Huang","suffix":""},{"id":267860792,"identity":"df3982fc-172d-4aec-9cdc-7a67f7c9aecc","order_by":6,"name":"Lili Qin","email":"","orcid":"","institution":"the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University","correspondingAuthor":false,"prefix":"","firstName":"Lili","middleName":"","lastName":"Qin","suffix":""},{"id":267860793,"identity":"a356116b-60d1-4308-94a4-af0174db0e58","order_by":7,"name":"Yuanjun Li","email":"","orcid":"","institution":"the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University","correspondingAuthor":false,"prefix":"","firstName":"Yuanjun","middleName":"","lastName":"Li","suffix":""},{"id":267860794,"identity":"9914cccb-1b49-4781-bdf5-4a9cba4baffd","order_by":8,"name":"Wei Liu","email":"data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAZAAAAAyAQMAAABI0h/eAAAABlBMVEX///8AAABVwtN+AAAACXBIWXMAAA7EAAAOxAGVKw4bAAAAzUlEQVRIiWNgGAWjYBACxgYGxgMJQAYbe2Pjww9EamGAaOE53GwsQaxNB8CkRHqbAA8xyplnpF848LDtsByf5MM2BgkGOzndBkIO6zlTcCCx7bAxm3Ri24MChmRjswOEtLT3JAC13E5sk05sN5BgOJC4jaCWZh6wlvo2yYNtEjxEaWlvPwDSksAmwUislp4zwEA+99+wjScRGMgGRPjFcEb6w4c/ytLk5duPP3z4ocJOjrCWBh4DJK4BToUIIM/A/oAIZaNgFIyCUTCiAQDCwEfC9U99XQAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==","orcid":"","institution":"the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University","correspondingAuthor":true,"prefix":"","firstName":"Wei","middleName":"","lastName":"Liu","suffix":""}],"badges":[],"createdAt":"2024-01-17 15:59:07","currentVersionCode":1,"declarations":"","doi":"10.21203/rs.3.rs-3873314/v1","doiUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-3873314/v1","draftVersion":[],"editorialEvents":[],"editorialNote":"","failedWorkflow":false,"files":[{"id":49895470,"identity":"ef89446c-9072-4748-b274-b9ff65ba90cc","added_by":"auto","created_at":"2024-01-19 21:42:41","extension":"jpg","order_by":1,"title":"Figure 1","display":"","copyAsset":false,"role":"figure","size":341706,"visible":true,"origin":"","legend":"\u003cp\u003eLegend not included with this version.\u003c/p\u003e","description":"","filename":"Figure1.jpg","url":"https://assets-eu.researchsquare.com/files/rs-3873314/v1/daa7295eb879d315c815b40c.jpg"},{"id":49896107,"identity":"29c0e361-677f-4565-baff-52751dd32676","added_by":"auto","created_at":"2024-01-19 21:50:41","extension":"jpg","order_by":2,"title":"Figure 2","display":"","copyAsset":false,"role":"figure","size":1132766,"visible":true,"origin":"","legend":"\u003cp\u003eLegend not included with this version.\u003c/p\u003e","description":"","filename":"Figure2.jpg","url":"https://assets-eu.researchsquare.com/files/rs-3873314/v1/c713caccc3bfd4e1036a6c36.jpg"},{"id":49895468,"identity":"cfe1d6d8-6cde-4e9d-a8e7-67aa0bfb96b7","added_by":"auto","created_at":"2024-01-19 21:42:41","extension":"jpg","order_by":3,"title":"Figure 3","display":"","copyAsset":false,"role":"figure","size":570823,"visible":true,"origin":"","legend":"\u003cp\u003eLegend not included with this version.\u003c/p\u003e","description":"","filename":"Figure3.jpg","url":"https://assets-eu.researchsquare.com/files/rs-3873314/v1/20c055b50fb19b52d429d05c.jpg"},{"id":49895469,"identity":"bf87671c-2701-4e28-ad5f-7c2db389df2d","added_by":"auto","created_at":"2024-01-19 21:42:41","extension":"jpg","order_by":4,"title":"Figure 4","display":"","copyAsset":false,"role":"figure","size":635440,"visible":true,"origin":"","legend":"\u003cp\u003eLegend not included with this version.\u003c/p\u003e","description":"","filename":"Figure4.jpg","url":"https://assets-eu.researchsquare.com/files/rs-3873314/v1/c4ed1c6fd770dd42ca38cb23.jpg"},{"id":50190057,"identity":"2787689b-f634-495c-8716-8d5c640991e4","added_by":"auto","created_at":"2024-01-25 22:22:17","extension":"pdf","order_by":0,"title":"","display":"","copyAsset":false,"role":"manuscript-pdf","size":1703238,"visible":true,"origin":"","legend":"","description":"","filename":"manuscript.pdf","url":"https://assets-eu.researchsquare.com/files/rs-3873314/v1/a04ac037-beac-45e9-a470-b149c9a1cc1e.pdf"}],"financialInterests":"No competing interests reported.","formattedTitle":"Plate Fixation of Inferior Ramus in Pubis-Ischium Ramus Improves Mechanical Stability in Tile B Pelvic Injures: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Analysis and Early Clinical Experience","fulltext":[{"header":"1. Introduction","content":"\u003cp\u003ePelvic ring injuries occur frequently in cases of high-energy trauma and are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Prior research has shown that early stabilization of the pelvis is critical for survival(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR1\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e). The continuity of the front pelvic ring is important for pelvic stability, as non-continuity leads to asymmetrical loads. The superior and inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus are important parts of the anterior ring and act as biomechanical arches of the pelvis(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR2\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e2\u003c/span\u003e). Studies suggest that anterior fixation enhances the stability of posterior fixation, and that an improper treatment of anterior injuries may lead to late failure of posterior fixation(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR3\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR4\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e).However, the optimal strategy for anterior pelvic ring repair and fixation remains controversial(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR5\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e5\u003c/span\u003e). Fixation of the superior ramus can be achieved through a variety of mechanisms, including intramedullary screws, INFIX, plates, and eternal fixation(\u003cspan additionalcitationids=\"CR7 CR8\" citationid=\"CR6\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e6\u003c/span\u003e\u0026ndash;\u003cspan citationid=\"CR9\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e9\u003c/span\u003e). Currently, there is a paucity of data comparing the inferior ramus to the pubis-ischium ramus. Although percutaneous fixation for inferior ramus fracture nonunion has been reported in the literature, with early clinical success in small cases(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR10\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e10\u003c/span\u003e), the information presented in this prior study is limited, and the biomechanics of fixation remain unclear.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTherefore, the purpose of this study was to use a cadaveric model to evaluate the biomechanical properties of plate internal fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus and to observe the clinical outcomes of fixation of the fracture of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus. Based on the conventional fixation of the anterior ring, we hypothesized that fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus would achieve both biomechanical and clinical advantages. Therefore, research on treating of anterior pelvic ring fractures is of great significance for guiding clinical treatment, promoting patients\u0026rsquo; return to activities, and reducing the complications of anterior ring injuries.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"2. Methods","content":"\u003cdiv id=\"Sec3\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e2.1 Cadaveric study\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eSix formalin-preserved human adult cadaveric pelvises (3 females and 3 males, mean age: 35.67\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;12.94 years) were chosen for biomechanical testing at the Guangxi medical University following the attainment of consent from the donors\u0026rsquo; families. Approval was obtained from the Guangxi Medical University Ethics Committee [Number: 2022(KY-0145)]. Prior to biomechanical testing, the soft tissue of each pelvis was removed clearly, and the anterior and interosseous sacroiliac ligaments were disrupted. Preservation of posterior sacroiliac, sacrospinous, and sacrotuberous ligament integrity was ensured by retaining the L3\u0026ndash;L5, sacrum, and 20 cm of the proximal femur. Pelvic specimens were observed with the naked eye and were subjected to radiography to ensure the absence of pathologies(Fig.\u0026nbsp;1). Figure\u0026nbsp;1 was an X-rayofapelvic specimen.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"Sec4\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e2.2 Pelvic injury model creation\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eModels of Tile B pelvic injuries were created by sawing each left superior ramus and the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium vertically with a saw. Pelvises were separated into three groups based on the treatment, as follows: The superior ramus was repaired with a 3.5-mm pelvic reconstruction plate (Group A); the superior ramus hardware after biomechanical compression was checked, and the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus of Group A was repaired with a 2.7-mm reconstruction plate (Group B); the superior ramus was removed, and the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus underwent plate fixation (Group C). For this experiment, the Shandong Weigao Company (Weihai, China) provided all the implants, and they were implanted into the specimens by the same operator. We inserted two 1.5 mm K-wires into the vertical waterlines at the superior ramus (L1), inferior ramus of the pubis ischium ramus (L2), and sacroiliac region (L3) to measure the distances between the two wires during the pressurization process(Fig.\u0026nbsp;2). Figure\u0026nbsp;2 was the TileB fracture cadaver model.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"Sec5\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e2.3 Biomechanical testing\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe performed All biomechanical experiments at the Guangxi Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine, Guangxi Medical University. The distal part of the femur and L3 vertebra were embedded and immobilized in a biomechanical testing machine (AGS-X, Shimadzu, Tokyo, Japan). All specimens were placed in a standing position and fixed. Axial compression of 10 N/s was exerted on the upper sacrum and sustained for a duration of 60 s until the load reached 500 N. The experiment was replicated a minimum of three times. The distance between two K-wires was measured three times using Vernier calipers (Gemany MNT, China), and the mean value was calculated(Fig.\u0026nbsp;3). Figure\u0026nbsp;3 represented the biomechanical test model of three different reconstruction modes after pelvic injury(A-C).A:Fixation of superior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus;B:Fixation of supperior and inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus,C:Fixation of inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"Sec6\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e2.4 Clinical research\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe conducted a retrospective case study of patients who underwent surgery at our department between August 2019 and August 2022. A total of 26 patients with pubis-ischium ramus fractures of the superior and inferior ramus were included. The inclusion criteria for open reduction and internal fixation were: inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fractures with a displacement greater than 4 mm, separation displacement greater than 2 mm, and comminuted fractures. All patients agreed to participate and provided written informed consent prior to undergoing treatment. This study was approved by the institutional review board of our institute [Approval No.2022 (KY⁃0145)].\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBefore surgery, a complete routine preoperative examination, including blood biochemistry and pelvic CT,was performed(Fig.\u0026nbsp;4). Figure\u0026nbsp;4(A-D) was 3D reconstruction of CT scan obtained from differer angles.A-D: 3D reconstruction of preoperative CT images of the pelvis of A 32-year-old man with fractures of the right superior and inferior rami of the pubis-ischium ramus .Patient demographics, injury mechanisms, time to surgery, operative time, blood loss, time to weight-bearing rehabilitation exercises, duration of hospital stay, and postoperative complications were recorded.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrior to the procedure, all patients were administered general anesthesia and positioned supine. Group D (8 males and 5 females) underwent plate fixation, and Group E (7 males and 6 females) underwent plate fixation of both the superior and inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus. A lateral-perineal approach was used to perform fracture reduction and plate fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus injuries. In both groups, the adductor muscle was reconstructed before the incision was closed. Patients in Group D underwent routine non-weight-bearing functional rehabilitation exercises in bed. Patients in Group E were allowed to sit up or move in a wheelchair one day postoperatively, excluding those with combined injuries that required bed rest. Subsequently, weight-bearing function exercises were gradually performed after the X-ray showed satisfactory results and pain was tolerable.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePelvic fracture reduction quality, fracture union rate, mean union time, and functional assessment results were used as clinical outcomes. Pelvic fracture reduction quality was evaluated by the Matta score(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR11\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e11\u003c/span\u003e). All three pelvic radiographs showed a bridging callus defining fracture union. The Majeed score could be used to evaluate pelvic functionality(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR12\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e12\u003c/span\u003e).\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"Sec7\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e2.5 Statistical analysis\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll statistical analyses were finished by SPSS 21.0 (IBM, Armonk, NY, USA). We described measurement data using the mean\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;standard deviation (\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;s), and compared each group using one-way analysis. The enumeration-type data were analyzed by the chi-square test. Statistical significance was defined as P\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.05.\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e"},{"header":"3. Results","content":"\u003cdiv id=\"Sec9\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e3.1 Biomechanical analysis\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnder 500 N of loading, the average largest displacements in Group A were 0.33, 0.61, and 0.08 mm in L1, L2, and L3, respectively. The corresponding displacements were 0.15, 0.08, and 0.06 mm in Group B, and 0.81, 0.21, and 0.09 mm in Group C, respectively (Table\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab1\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e). The displacements in Group B were significantly smaller at L1 and L2 than those in Groups A and C. The differences among the three groups at L3 were not statistically significant.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab1\" border=\"1\"\u003e \u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 1\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparison of pelvic ring dispalcement distance (mm) under 500 N axial loading\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/caption\u003e \u003ccolgroup cols=\"12\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\".\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c7\" colnum=\"7\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\".\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c8\" colnum=\"8\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c9\" colnum=\"9\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c10\" colnum=\"10\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c11\" colnum=\"11\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"char\" char=\".\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c12\" colnum=\"12\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eParameter\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup A\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup B\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eP-Value\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup A\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup C\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eP-Value\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup B\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup C\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eP-Value\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eL1\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.26\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.05\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.11\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.03\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.021\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.26\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.05\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.61\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.17\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.11\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.03\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.61\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.17\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eL2\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.33\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.16\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.05\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.02\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.33\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.16\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.18\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.04\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.015\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.05\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.02\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.18\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.04\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.043\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eL3\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.06\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.02\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.05\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.01\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.278\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.06\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.02\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.07\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.02\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.363\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.05\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.01\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\"\u0026plusmn;\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.07\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;0.02\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"char\" char=\".\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.057\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/tbody\u003e \u003c/colgroup\u003e \u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"Sec10\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e3.2 Clinical results\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe baseline characteristics of patients with no significant intergroup differences are shown in Table\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab2\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e2\u003c/span\u003e.(Table\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab2\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e2\u003c/span\u003e) Group D included 5 females and 8 males, with a mean age of 39.69\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;9.15 years (range 26\u0026ndash;52 years). The predominant injury mechanism was traffic accident injury (7 cases), followed by falling from a height (4 cases) and other injuries (2 cases). According to the Tile classification, the cohort included 6, 4, and 3 type B1, B2, and B3 fractures, respectively. Group E included 6 females and 7 males, with a mean age of 36.77\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;9.52 years (range 19\u0026ndash;51 years). The injury mechanisms were traffic accident injuries (8 cases), falling from a height (4 cases), and other injuries (1 case). According to the Tile classification, there were 5, 6, and 2 cases of type B1, B2, and B3 fractures. The same group of surgeons performed all surgeries\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab2\" border=\"1\"\u003e \u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 2\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatient demographics of two groups\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/caption\u003e \u003ccolgroup cols=\"10\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c7\" colnum=\"7\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c8\" colnum=\"8\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c9\" colnum=\"9\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c10\" colnum=\"10\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eParameter\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eAge\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGender:male/female\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"3\" nameend=\"c6\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eInjury mechanism\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"3\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eTile Classification\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraffic accident\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eFall from height\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eB1\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eB2\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eB3\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup D\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e39.69\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;9.15\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e8/5\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e7\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e6\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e3\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup E\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e36.77\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;9.52\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e7/6\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e8\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e1\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e6\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eP\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.433\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.691\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"3\" nameend=\"c6\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.819\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"3\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.708\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/tbody\u003e \u003c/colgroup\u003e \u003ctfoot\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"10\"\u003eThe mean follow-up time was 19.38\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;4.19 months (range 13\u0026ndash;26) in Group D and 17.92\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;4.55 months (range 12\u0026ndash;28) in Group E(Table\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab3\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e). The mean time to surgery was 6.15\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;3.13 days (range 2 \u0026minus;\u0026thinsp;13) in Group D and 6.54\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;2.88 days (range 3\u0026ndash;12) in Group E. The average operation time in Group D [131.54\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;33.48 (range 83\u0026ndash;196)] was significantly longer than that in Group E [190.23\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;30.33 (range 147\u0026ndash;262)] (\u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.001). No significant differences were observed in terms of blood loss. However, Group E [11.69\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;5.95 (range 6\u0026ndash;26)] had a shorter hospitalization time than Group D [17.92\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;7.63 (range 8\u0026ndash;32)] (\u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.029)\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/tfoot\u003e \u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab3\" border=\"1\"\u003e \u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 3\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eOperation-related indices and Clinical data\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/caption\u003e \u003ccolgroup cols=\"6\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eParameter\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollow-up time (month)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eTime to surgery (day)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eOperation time(min)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlood loss (ml)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eHospitalization time (day)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup D\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e19.38\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;4.19\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.15\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;3.13\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e131.54\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;33.48\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e413.85\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;107.05\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.92\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;7.63\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup E\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.92\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;4.55\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.54\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;2.88\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e190.23\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;30.33\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e498.46\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;108.39\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.69\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;5.95\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eP\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.403\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.747\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.057\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.029\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/tbody\u003e \u003c/colgroup\u003e \u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical outcomes are presented in Table\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab4\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e(Table\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab4\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e). The postoperative radiographic and functional outcomes are shown in Table\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab4\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e. By referring to the relevant Matta radiological standards, we divided the quality of fracture reduction into four grades: excellent, good, fair and poor. In group D, 4 cases were excellent, 4 cases were good, 4 cases were fair, and 1 case was poor, while in Group E, there were 8 excellent cases, 3 good cases and 1 poor case.This was the postoperative X-ray of the male patient(Fig.\u0026nbsp;4,E-H).E:Anteroposterior view,F:Outlet view,G:Inlet view,H:Obturator view,the male's quality of fracture reduction was excellent.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe average time to weight-bearing exercise in Group E was 2.54\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;1.45 (range 1\u0026ndash;8) weeks, which was significantly earlier than that in Group D [4.77\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;2.09 (range 76\u0026ndash;100)] (\u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.004).\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab4\" border=\"1\"\u003e \u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 4\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical outcomes\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/caption\u003e \u003ccolgroup cols=\"10\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c7\" colnum=\"7\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c8\" colnum=\"8\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c9\" colnum=\"9\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c10\" colnum=\"10\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eParameter\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"5\" nameend=\"c6\" namest=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eMatta score\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eweight-bearing\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e(week)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnion time\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e(week)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eMajeed score\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eSexual dysfunction rate\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eExcellent\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGood\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eFair\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003ePoor\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eSatisfactory rate\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/th\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup D\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e1\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e8/13 (61.54%)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.77\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;2.09\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.55\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;3.11\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e82.38\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;8.81\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e7/13(53.85%)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroup E\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e8\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e3\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e11/13 (84.62%)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.54\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;1.45\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.23\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;2.89\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e89.77\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;7.27\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e2/13(15.38%)\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eP\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.185\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.004\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.013\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.028\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e0.039\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/td\u003e \u003c/tr\u003e \u003c/tbody\u003e \u003c/colgroup\u003e \u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe fractures achieved bony union in a mean duration of 16.55\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;3.11 (range 12\u0026ndash;22) weeks in Group D, excluding 2 cases of the inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus nonunion. All patients in Group E achieved bony union in a mean duration of 13.23\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;2.89 (range 8\u0026ndash;18) weeks, which was significantly shorter than that in Group D (\u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.013). The average Majeed pelvic score in Group E [82.38\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;8.81 (range 72\u0026ndash;100)] was significantly higher than that in Group C [89.77\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;7.27 (range 76\u0026ndash;100)] (\u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.028).\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe incidence of sexual dysfunction was significantly higher in Group D than that in Group E (\u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.039). Two patients developed non-union of the inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus fractures in Group D, while two patients had heterotopic ossification near the ischial tubercles in Group E, although neither experienced discomfort. No wound complications, infections, implant failures, or bone\u0026ndash;implant interface failures occurred in any of the patients.\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e"},{"header":"4. Discussion","content":"\u003cp\u003eRestoring the anatomical structure and biomechanical stability of the pelvic ring, promoting early functional exercise, and accelerating bone healing are all important goals of surgical treatment of pelvic ring injuries. Studies have shown that 40% of pelvic stability is maintained by the anterior complex(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR13\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e13\u003c/span\u003e). In a prior study, Liu et al. indicated that the stability of the posterior pelvic ring correspondingly increases with an increase in the stability of the anterior pelvic ring(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR14\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e14\u003c/span\u003e). However, information regarding the role of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium as a stabilizer of the anterior pelvic ring is limited, and it is unclear whether repair of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium is beneficial. Furthermore, repair of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus injury has not received adequate clinical attention. Therefore, this study was conducted to address the gap in scientific knowledge regarding the biomechanical capabilities of new techniques for treating injuries to the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudies have shown that patients with pelvic fracture displacement of \u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;1 cm have a good prognosis(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR15\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e15\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR16\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e16\u003c/span\u003e). Our results showed that when both the superior ramus and inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus were fixed, the displacement of the posterior pelvic ring joint and the fracture of the anterior pelvic ring was less than 0.2 cm under loads of 500 N. These findings demonstrate that the superior ramus combined with the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fixation can provide excellent biomechanical stability against anterior pelvic injuries. The biomechanical findings of this study indicate that repair and fixation of obturator ring injuries should be considered in clinical practice. The displacement of the posterior pelvic ring did not exhibit any statistically significant difference regardless of the fixation method employed for the anterior pelvic ring in this study, suggesting that fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus alone may be an alternative option for the treatment of Tile B pelvic injuries.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInternal fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus through the lateral approach to the perineum is a safe and easy technique with few related complications. In the present study, we applied the lateral-perineal approach to the ischial tuberosity, which was located 4 cm lateral to the apex of the pubic arch point; this approach has also been reported previously(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR17\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e17\u003c/span\u003e).\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurgical indications for the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus are controversial; in general, fractures of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus are treated as benign fractures and are considered to have little effect on healing of the pelvic ring; therefore, proper reduction and fixation of the fracture are neglected, resulting in complications. Currently, complications are the dominant indication for surgical treatment(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR18\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e18\u003c/span\u003e). Persistent pain, sitting discomfort, lower limb discrepancies, and sexual dysfunction are all common complaints(\u003cspan additionalcitationids=\"CR19 CR20\" citationid=\"CR18\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e18\u003c/span\u003e\u0026ndash;\u003cspan citationid=\"CR21\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e21\u003c/span\u003e).Furthermore, symptomatic nonunion or malunion of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium has aroused clinical concern(\u003cspan additionalcitationids=\"CR22 CR23 CR24\" citationid=\"CR21\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e21\u003c/span\u003e\u0026ndash;\u003cspan citationid=\"CR25\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e25\u003c/span\u003e). Surgical treatment of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus nonunion often requires bone grafting(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR19\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e19\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR21\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e21\u003c/span\u003e),which is associated with an increased degree of medical trauma compared to initial fixation. Sexual dysfunction is a long-term complication of pelvic ring fractures that is often underestimated and unaddressed, resulting in feelings of shame and depression and reduced quality of life in patients(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR26\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e26\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR27\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e27\u003c/span\u003e).According to a review, the incidence of sexual dysfunction after pelvic fractures varies from 10.3\u0026ndash;100%(\u003cspan additionalcitationids=\"CR29\" citationid=\"CR28\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e28\u003c/span\u003e\u0026ndash;\u003cspan citationid=\"CR30\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e30\u003c/span\u003e). Several studies have shown that sexual dysfunction after pelvic fracture is related to multiple factors, including patient age, pelvic injury type, injury severity score, urethral injury, and pelvic floor soft tissue injury(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR10\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e10\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR26\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e26\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR31\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e31\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR32\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e32\u003c/span\u003e).Further investigation has indicated that sexual dysfunction is associated with pubic branch fractures and pubic symphysis injuries(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR28\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e28\u003c/span\u003e). Nevertheless, whether repair of the inferior ramus in pubis-ischium ramus fractures has a positive effect on sexual function remains unelucidated. With an increasing understanding of the anatomy, biomechanics, and surgical techniques of pelvic injury, patients may benefit from recent efforts to prevent complications in the acute phase of fracture. In the present study, none of the patients experienced bone nonunion or malunion, and a low incidence (15.4%) of sexual dysfunction was observed, which may be related to the good reduction in the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fractures.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) is important in the management of pelvic ring injuries. In our clinical study, repair and internal fixation of the obturator ring increased the steadiness of the pelvic ring and met the requirements of early weight-bearing exercises. During recovery, the patient\u0026rsquo;s ability to sit on a wheelchair, walk with crutches, and even have sexual intercourse was improved; therefore, repair and fixation of the inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus fractures should be given more attention and recommended for traumatic pelvic ring injuries, even in anterior ring fractures that occur during hip replacement surgery. Impressively, following total hip arthroplasty, minimal displacement of the inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus fractures and significantly displaced acetabular fractures were observed; prosthesis loosening, fracture fixation, and hip revision surgery were eventually performed(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR33\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e33\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR34\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e34\u003c/span\u003e). We assumed that revision surgery could be avoided if the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fracture is repaired with non-weight-bearing exercises. However, this hypothesis needs to be confirmed by future studies.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur study provides a foundation to promote the repair of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus in patients with pelvic fractures. Further, our study is the first to report the biomechanical stability of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus, and our results showed increased stability of the pelvic ring when the superior and inferior rami of the pubis-ischium ramus were fixed. Nevertheless, this study has several limitations. First, the biomechanical tests were performed on a limited number of samples. Furthermore, the specimens were not fresh, and the mechanical properties of the pelvis varied after formalin immersion. These limitations may have impeded the reliability of our results. However, the limited number of available cadaver specimens makes it difficult to perform tests on large samples. To solve this problem, prior researchers conducted multiple longitudinal load biomechanical tests using a single pelvic specimen(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR7\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e7\u003c/span\u003e). Therefore, multiple groups of loading tests were conducted on the same specimen in the present study. In addition, the loss of normal physiological function of the muscle tissue in the specimens affected the data. Individuals with obesity experience loads of \u0026gt;\u0026thinsp;500 N in the pelvis; therefore, further investigations with additional loading tests are required. Finally, we performed measurements using a Vernier caliper, which may yield inaccurate results; using a three-dimensional motion tracker, with characteristics of objectivity and high accuracy(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR5\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e5\u003c/span\u003e), would provide precise measurement data.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"5. Conclusion","content":"\u003cp\u003eWhen the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium is fractured, it can be fixed using conventional anterior pelvic ring fixation procedures. However, in cases of TileB pelvic ring injury, superior ramus combined with inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium fixation therapy can be employed as it has been found to provide higher biomechanical stability and better functional clinical results.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"Declarations","content":"\u003ch2\u003e6. Conflict of Interest\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors of this manuscript declare no relationships with any companies, whose products or services may be related to the subject matter of the article\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e7. Author Contributions\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePZJ contributed to performed the biomechanical test and operation;HF and LYQ participated in analysis and interpretation, manuscript revising;LMW,CM,HWG,\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQLL and LYJ contributed to assist the operation,data collection, analysis and interpretation;LW contributed to manuscript drafting, revising, and approval for publishing.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e8. Funding\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuangxi Natural Science Foundation of China, No.2023GXNSFAA026320; The R\u0026amp;D project of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Key Trauma Surgery, No.GXKTS202203305; Guangxi Medical and Health Appropriate Technology development and application project,NO.S2022094;Health Commission of Guangxi Autonomous Region self-funded research project,No.Z-A20230609.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e9. Acknowledgments\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors would like to thank Zhi Yang and Zhen Tan for valuable suggestions and technical assistance.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 Consent for publication\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll authors approved the final manuscript and the submission to this journal.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11. Data Availability Statement\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis study asserts that all data have been publicly shared, and all pertinent research data has been presented in this publication or supplementary materials. For further information or inquiries, the corresponding author can be contacted and the corresponding author will provide them upon reasonable request.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12. Ethical Approval and Consent Statement\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis project fully considered and protected the rights and interests of the study objects. It meets the criteria of Ethical Review Committee. Ethical approval of this study was provided by the second affiliated hospital of Guangxi Medical University Review Board [No.2022-KY(0137)]. Written informed consent for publication was obtained from all participants.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"References","content":"\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLawson MM, Peterson DF, Friess DM, Cook MR, Working ZM. Delay of fixation increases 30-day complications and mortality in traumatic pelvic ring injuries. European journal of orthopaedic surgery \u0026amp; traumatology: orthopedie traumatologie. 2023.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGamble JG, Simmons SC, Freedman M. The symphysis pubis. Anatomic and pathologic considerations. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1986(203):261\u0026ndash;72.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBruce B, Reilly M, Sims S. OTA highlight paper predicting future displacement of nonoperatively managed lateral compression sacral fractures: can it be done? Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 2011;25(9):523\u0026ndash;7.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoy WS, Kim KJ, Lee SK, Park HJ. Anterior pelvic plating and sacroiliac joint fixation in unstable pelvic ring injuries. Yonsei medical journal. 2012;53(2):422\u0026ndash;6.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHempen EC, Wheatley BM, Schimoler PJ, Kharlamov A, Melvin PR, Miller MC, et al. A biomechanical comparison of superior ramus plating versus intramedullary screw fixation for unstable lateral compression pelvic ring injuries(,,). Injury. 2022;53(12):3899\u0026ndash;903.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLachlin S, Lesieur M, Stephen D, Kreder H, Whyne C. Biomechanical analysis of anterior ring fixation of the ramus in type C pelvis fractures. European journal of trauma and emergency surgery: official publication of the European Trauma Society. 2018;44(2):185\u0026ndash;90.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMacCormick L, Chen F, Gilbertson J, Khan S, Schroder L, Bechtold J, et al. A biomechanical study comparing minimally invasive anterior pelvic ring fixation techniques to external fixation. Injury. 2019;50(2):251\u0026ndash;5.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBerk T, Zderic I, Caspar J, Schwarzenberg P, Pastor T, Halvachizadeh S, et al. A Novel Implant for Superior Pubic Ramus Fracture Fixation-Development and a Biomechanical Feasibility Study. Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania). 2023;59(4).\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBerk T, Zderic I, Schwarzenberg P, Pastor T, Lesche F, Halvachizadeh S, et al. Evaluation of cannulated compression headless screws as an alternative implant for superior pubic ramus fracture fixation: a biomechanical study. International orthopaedics. 2023;47(4):1079\u0026ndash;87.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSorensen M, Wessells H, Rivara F, Zonies D, Jurkovich G, Wang J, et al. Prevalence and predictors of sexual dysfunction 12 months after major trauma: a national study. The Journal of trauma. 2008;65(5):1045\u0026ndash;52; discussion 52\u0026thinsp;\u0026ndash;\u0026thinsp;3.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatta J, Tornetta P. Internal fixation of unstable pelvic ring injuries. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1996(329):129\u0026ndash;40.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMajeed S. Grading the outcome of pelvic fractures. The Journal of bone and joint surgery British volume. 1989;71(2):304\u0026ndash;6.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBi C, Wang Q, Nagelli C, Wu J, Wang Q, Wang J. Treatment of Unstable Posterior Pelvic Ring Fracture with Pedicle Screw-Rod Fixator Versus Locking Compression Plate: A Comparative Study. Medical science monitor: international medical journal of experimental and clinical research. 2016;22:3764\u0026ndash;70.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiu L, Zeng D, Fan S, Peng Y, Song H, Jin D, et al. Biomechanical study of Tile C3 pelvic fracture fixation using an anterior internal system combined with sacroiliac screws. Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research. 2021;16(1):225.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTornetta P, Matta J. Outcome of operatively treated unstable posterior pelvic ring disruptions. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1996(329):186\u0026ndash;93.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDujardin F, Hossenbaccus M, Duparc F, Biga N, Thomine J. Long-term functional prognosis of posterior injuries in high-energy pelvic disruption. Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 1998;12(3):145\u0026ndash;50; discussion 50\u0026thinsp;\u0026ndash;\u0026thinsp;1.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewei L, jianwen C, Shiting T, Jinmin Z, Zhi Y, Feng H, et al. Anatomic and clinical application of lateral-perineal approach for inferior ramus of pubis-ischium ramus. Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics|Chin J Orthop. 2022(13):823\u0026ndash;30.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOransky M, Tortora M. Nonunions and malunions after pelvic fractures: why they occur and what can be done? Injury. 2007;38(4):489\u0026ndash;96.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMears D, Velyvis J. In situ fixation of pelvic nonunions following pathologic and insufficiency fractures. The Journal of bone and joint surgery American volume. 2002;84(5):721\u0026ndash;8.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatta J. Indications for anterior fixation of pelvic fractures. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1996(329):88\u0026ndash;96.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArchdeacon M, Kuhlman G, Kazemi N. Fellow's Corner: Grand rounds from the University of Cincinnati Medical Center\u0026ndash;painful superior and inferior pubic rami nonunion. Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 2010;24(11):e109-12.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTempleman D, Simpson T, Matta J. Surgical management of pelvic ring injuries. Instructional course lectures. 2005;54:395\u0026ndash;400.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbraheim N, Biyani A, Wong F. Nonunion of pelvic fractures. The Journal of trauma. 1998;44(1):202\u0026ndash;4.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatta J, Dickson K, Markovich G. Surgical treatment of pelvic nonunions and malunions. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1996(329):199\u0026ndash;206.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePennal G, Massiah K. Nonunion and delayed union of fractures of the pelvis. Clinical orthopaedics and related research. 1980(151):124\u0026ndash;9.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTer-Grigorian A, Kasyan G, Pushkar D. Urogenital disorders after pelvic ring injuries. Central European journal of urology. 2013;66(3):352\u0026ndash;6.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePapadopoulos I, Kanakaris N, Bonovas S, Triantafillidis A, Garnavos C, Voros D, et al. Auditing 655 fatalities with pelvic fractures by autopsy as a basis to evaluate trauma care. Journal of the American College of Surgeons. 2006;203(1):30\u0026ndash;43.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRovere G, Perna A, Meccariello L, De Mauro D, Smimmo A, Proietti L, et al. Epidemiology and aetiology of male and female sexual dysfunctions related to pelvic ring injuries: a systematic review. International orthopaedics. 2021;45(10):2687\u0026ndash;97.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePohlemann T, G\u0026auml;nsslen A, Schellwald O, Culemann U, Tscherne H. Outcome after pelvic ring injuries. Injury. 1996:B31-8.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuan Y, Wendong S, Zhao S, Liu T, Liu Y, Zhang X, et al. The vascular and neurogenic factors associated with erectile dysfunction in patients after pelvic fractures. International braz j urol: official journal of the Brazilian Society of Urology. 2015;41(5):959\u0026ndash;66.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCeylan H, Kuyucu E, Erdem R, Polat G, Yιlmaz F, G\u0026uuml;m\u0026uuml;ş B, et al. Does pelvic injury trigger erectile dysfunction in men? Chinese journal of traumatology\u0026thinsp;=\u0026thinsp;Zhonghua chuang shang za zhi. 2015;18(4):229\u0026ndash;31.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVallier H, Cureton B, Schubeck D. Pelvic ring injury is associated with sexual dysfunction in women. Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 2012;26(5):308\u0026ndash;13.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRadha S, Shenouda M, Hazlerigg A, Konan S, Hulme A. Fractured inferior pubic ramus with ipsilateral total hip replacement: a case report and review of the literature. Case reports in orthopedics. 2013;2013:674732.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNishi M, Yoshikawa Y, Kaji Y, Okano I, Inagaki K. Multi-Site Insufficiency Pelvic Fracture Following Total Hip Arthroplasty. The American journal of case reports. 2020;21:e927776.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"}],"fulltextSource":"","fullText":"","funders":[],"hasAdminPriorityOnWorkflow":false,"hasManuscriptDocX":true,"hasOptedInToPreprint":true,"hasPassedJournalQc":"","hasAnyPriority":false,"hideJournal":true,"highlight":"","institution":"","isAcceptedByJournal":false,"isAuthorSuppliedPdf":false,"isDeskRejected":"","isHiddenFromSearch":false,"isInQc":false,"isInWorkflow":false,"isPdf":false,"isPdfUpToDate":true,"isWithdrawnOrRetracted":false,"journal":{"display":true,"email":"[email protected]","identity":"researchsquare","isNatureJournal":false,"hasQc":true,"allowDirectSubmit":true,"externalIdentity":"","sideBox":"","snPcode":"","submissionUrl":"/submission","title":"Research Square","twitterHandle":"researchsquare","acdcEnabled":true,"dfaEnabled":false,"editorialSystem":"","reportingPortfolio":"","inReviewEnabled":false,"inReviewRevisionsEnabled":true},"keywords":"inferior ramus, pubis-ischium ramus, Tile B pelvic injuries, biomechanical, plate fixation","lastPublishedDoi":"10.21203/rs.3.rs-3873314/v1","lastPublishedDoiUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-3873314/v1","license":{"name":"CC BY 4.0","url":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"},"manuscriptAbstract":"\u003ch2\u003eBackground\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eManagement of inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus remains controversial, and related research is sparse. The main intention of this study is to describe the biomechanical and clinical outcomes of pubis-ischium ramus fractures in Tile B pelvic injuries and to identify the feasibility and necessity of fixation of the inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMethods\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis study comprised two parts: a biomechanical test and a retrospective clinical study. For the biomechanical tests, Tile B-type pelvic injuries were modeled in six cadaver specimens by performing pubis-ischium osteotomies and disruption of the anterior and interosseous sacroiliac ligaments. The superior and/or inferior rami of the pubis-ischium ramus were repaired with reconstruction plates and separated into three groups (A, B, and C). Specimens were placed in the standing position and were loaded axially with two-leg support for three cycles at 500 N. The displacements of sacroiliac joints at osteotomy were measured with Vernier calipers and compared using statistical software. To investigate the clinical outcomes of this technique, 26 patients were retrospectively analyzed and divided into a superior ramus fixation group (Group D) and a combined superior and inferior ramus of the pubis-ischium ramus fixation group (Group E). The main outcome measures were time of operation, blood loss, postoperative radiographic reduction grading, and functional outcomes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eResults\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn the vertical loading test, Group E showed better pelvic ring stability than Group D (\u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.05). However, the shift of the sacroiliac joints was almost identical among the three groups. In our clinical case series, all fractures in Group E achieved bony union. Group E demonstrated earlier weight-bearing functional exercise (2.54\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;1.45 vs. 4.77\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;2.09; \u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.004), earlier bony union (13.23\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;2.89 vs. 16.55\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;3.11; \u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.013), and better functional outcomes (89.77\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;7.27 vs. 82.38\u0026thinsp;\u0026plusmn;\u0026thinsp;8.81; \u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.028) than Group D. The incidence of sexual dysfunction was significantly lower in Group E than that in Group D (2/13 vs. 7/13; \u003cem\u003eP\u0026thinsp;=\u003c/em\u003e\u0026thinsp;0.039). Bone nonunion occurred in two patients in Group D, and two patients in Group E had heterotopic ossification. None of the patients exhibited wound complications, infections, implant failures, or bone\u0026ndash;implant interface failures.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConclusion\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eFixation of the inferior ramus of a pubis-ischium ramus fracture based on conventional fixation of the anterior pelvic ring is mechanically superior in cadaveric Tile B pelvic injury and shows rapid recovery, good functional outcomes, and low incidence of complications.\u003c/p\u003e","manuscriptTitle":"Plate Fixation of Inferior Ramus in Pubis-Ischium Ramus Improves Mechanical Stability in Tile B Pelvic Injures: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Analysis and Early Clinical Experience","msid":"","msnumber":"","nonDraftVersions":[{"code":1,"date":"2024-01-19 21:42:36","doi":"10.21203/rs.3.rs-3873314/v1","editorialEvents":[{"type":"communityComments","content":0}],"status":"published","journal":{"display":true,"email":"[email protected]","identity":"researchsquare","isNatureJournal":false,"hasQc":true,"allowDirectSubmit":true,"externalIdentity":"","sideBox":"","snPcode":"","submissionUrl":"/submission","title":"Research Square","twitterHandle":"researchsquare","acdcEnabled":true,"dfaEnabled":false,"editorialSystem":"","reportingPortfolio":"","inReviewEnabled":false,"inReviewRevisionsEnabled":true}}],"origin":"","ownerIdentity":"1e01412b-5570-401f-9c90-b6ffa2356c99","owner":[],"postedDate":"January 19th, 2024","published":true,"recentEditorialEvents":[],"rejectedJournal":[],"revision":"","amendment":"","status":"posted","subjectAreas":[],"tags":[],"updatedAt":"2024-02-26T12:18:29+00:00","versionOfRecord":[],"versionCreatedAt":"2024-01-19 21:42:36","video":"","vorDoi":"","vorDoiUrl":"","workflowStages":[]},"version":"v1","identity":"rs-3873314","journalConfig":"researchsquare"},"__N_SSP":true},"page":"/article/[identity]/[[...version]]","query":{"redirect":"/article/rs-3873314","identity":"rs-3873314","version":["v1"]},"buildId":"qtupq5eGEP_6zYnWcrvyt","isFallback":false,"isExperimentalCompile":false,"dynamicIds":[84888],"gssp":true,"scriptLoader":[]}