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Topology-Optimized Splints Vs Casts For Distal Radius Fractures

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June 2024

Topology-Optimized Splints Vs Casts For Distal Radius Fractures

Vol: 306| Issue: 6| Number:51| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1

Topology-Optimized Splints vs Casts for Distal Radius Fractures: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

JAMA Netw Open . 2024 Feb 5;7(2):e2354359.

Contributing Authors:
H Ma B Ruan J Li J Zhang C Wu H Tian Y Zhao D Feng W Yan X Xi

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One hundred ten patients with distal radius fractures were randomized to receive either topology-optimized splint immobilization (n=54) or cast immobilization (n=56) after closed manual reduction. The primary outcome of interest was the Gartland-Werley (G-W) wrist score at 6 weeks. Secondary outcomes included radiographic parameters, visual analog scale (VAS) scores, swelling degree grades, and co...

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