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ORIF vs. PRFK for complications, function, quality in patients with calcaneal fractures
January 2017
ORIF vs. PRFK for complications, function, quality in patients with calcaneal fractures
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Percutaneous Reduction and Fixation with Kirschner Wires versus Open Reduction Internal Fixation for the Management of Calcaneal Fractures: A Meta-Analysis
Sci Rep. 2016 Jul 26;6:30480.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
18 randomized controlled trials (n=1407 patients, 1442 fractures) were included in this meta-analysis for the purpose of comparing percutaneous reduction and fixation with Kirschner Wires (PRFK) and open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) in the treatment of closed calcaneal fractures. Outcomes of interest included complications related to the surgical wound, postoperative function, and the qu...
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