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Outcomes of Cast Immobilization vs. K-Wire Fixation for Pediatric Distal Radius Fractures
July 2025
Outcomes of Cast Immobilization vs. K-Wire Fixation for Pediatric Distal Radius Fractures
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Comparing the Outcomes of Cast Immobilization with and Without K-Wire Fixation for Displaced Distal Radius Fractures in the Pediatric Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Medicina (Kaunas) . 2025 May 6;61(5):852.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Twelve studies including 1,455 pediatric patients with displaced distal radius fractures were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis comparing cast immobilization alone versus cast immobilization with K-wire fixation. Pooled outcomes of interest included re-displacement, secondary surgery, complications, range of motion, and radiological measures such as angulation. The meta-analysis...
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