A meta-analysis comparing volar locking plates and cast immobilization for distal radius fractures in the elderly

A meta-analysis comparing volar locking plates and cast immobilization for distal radius fractures in the elderly

Abstract Background The long-term outcomes (≥ 2 years of follow-up) of volar locked plate (VLP) fixation versus closed reduction and casting (CRC) for the treatment of displaced distal radial fractures (DRFs) remain unclear. This study aimed to conduct a meta-analysis comparing the long-term clinica...

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Main Authors: Jingyi Yang, Yating Li, Xiaoyan Li, Nari Wulan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-11-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Subjects:
Distal radius fractures
Volar locked plate
Cast
Elderly patients
Meta-analysis
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-024-05216-7

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-024-05216-7

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