Comparing external fixators and intramedullary nailing for treating open tibia fractures: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Abstract Background External fixators (EFs) and intramedullary nailing (IMN) are two effective methods for open tibial fractures. However, both methods have advantages and disadvantages, and the optimal surgical approach remains controversial. Thus, we performed a meta-analysis of randomized control...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-022-03490-x |