Complications of Volar Plating of Distal Radial Fractures: A Review.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.ocl.2021.03.010.
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Abstract
Although the overall complication rate of volar plating approaches 15%, less than 5% require reoperation. Certain factors involving the patient, the fracture, and/or the surgeon may affect the overall complication risk. Patient factors, including body mass index greater than 35 and diabetes mellitus, may increase complication risk with volar plating, but older patient age does not seem to significantly alter risk.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Plates
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Postoperative Complications
- Radius Fractures
Anatomy
- radius