Journal of orthopaedic trauma
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Comparative Study
Early Comparative Outcomes of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Plate in the Fixation of Distal Femur Fractures.
To evaluate the early clinical results of distal femur fractures treated with carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone (CFR-PEEK) plates compared with stainless steel (SS) lateral locking plates. ⋯ Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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Comparative Study
Comparing Radiographic Progression of Bone Healing in Gustilo IIIB Open Tibia Fractures Treated With Muscle Versus Fasciocutaneous Flaps.
To investigate how muscle and fasciocutaneous flaps influence the progression of bone healing in acute Gustilo IIIB tibia fractures. ⋯ Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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To compare a cohort of transferred pediatric orthopaedic patients with orthopaedic patients who primarily presented to a Level 1 pediatric emergency department to identify risk factors for transfer. ⋯ Prognostic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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Observational Study
Hypovitaminosis D in Orthopaedic Trauma: Which Guidelines Should Be Followed?
To evaluate the risk factors for hypovitaminosis D and to determine the baseline vitamin D supplementation associated with normal vitamin D levels at presentation. ⋯ Prognostic Level II. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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To evaluate the rates and mechanisms of failure for cephalomedullary nail fixation using helical blade versus screw fixation and to identify the predictors of failure. ⋯ Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.