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Intramedullary Nailing Versus Open Reduction-Internal Fixation For Humeral Shaft Fractures
August 2024
Intramedullary Nailing Versus Open Reduction-Internal Fixation For Humeral Shaft Fractures
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Intramedullary nailing vs. open reduction-internal fixation for humeral shaft fractures: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
J Shoulder Elbow Surg . 2023 Dec;32(12):2567-2574.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
10 randomized controlled trials (512 patients) comparing intramedullary nailing (IMN) against open reduction-internal fixation (ORIF) for humeral shaft fractures were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis. The primary outcome of interest was the incidence of nonunion. Secondary outcomes of interest included the incidence of reoperation, radial nerve palsy, and infection, time to rad...
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