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Single-fixation of both-bone diaphyseal forearm fractures may lead to re-displacement
October 2013
Single-fixation of both-bone diaphyseal forearm fractures may lead to re-displacement
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Single-bone intramedullary fixation of unstable both-bone diaphyseal forearm fractures in children leads to increased re-displacement: a multicentre randomised controlled trial
Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2013 Aug;133(8):1079-87Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
24 children, age 16 or younger, with displaced unstable diaphyseal both-bone forearm fractures were randomized into one of two treatment groups to compare the effectiveness of single bone or both-bone intramedullary fixation. The results demonstrated no difference in median limitation of pronation/supination between the groups, but did show an increased chance of fracture re-displacement and post-...
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