Journal of orthopaedic trauma

The most recent articles from: J Orthop Trauma November 2019

J Orthop Trauma · Nov 2019

Meta Analysis Comparative Study

Operative Versus Nonoperative Management of Displaced Midshaft Clavicle Fractures in Pediatric and Adolescent Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

The purpose of this study was to systematically review and quantitatively analyze outcomes in operative versus nonoperative management of displaced midshaft clavicle fractures in pediatric and adolescent patients. ⋯ Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.

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J Orthop Trauma · Nov 2019

Effect of Nail Size, Insertion, and Δ Canal-Nail on the Development of a Nonunion After Intramedullary Nailing of Femoral Shaft Fractures.

To determine whether intramedullary nail (IMN) diameter, antegrade versus retrograde insertion, or the difference between the canal and IMN diameter affect femoral shaft fracture healing. ⋯ Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.

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