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COA: Mixed findings for ORIF vs external fixation in patients with distal radius fractures
August 2013
COA: Mixed findings for ORIF vs external fixation in patients with distal radius fractures
Study Type:Meta-analysis/Systematic Review
OE Level Evidence:N/A
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
External Fixation versus Open Reduction with Plate Fixation for Distal Radius Fractures: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
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9 publications (10 studies) were identified in this meta-analysis comparing external fixation and open reduction with internal fixation (ORIF) using plates for the treatment of distal radius fractures. Meta-analysis of the identified randomized trials demonstrated that ORIF led to significantly lower Disability of the Arm and Shoulder (DASH) scores than external fixation. Additionally, ORIF appear...
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