Treatment of unstable distal radius fractures: methods and comparison of external distraction and ORIF versus external distraction-ORIF neutralization.
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Abstract
Twenty-six closed unstable distal radius fractures were treated using a combination of internal fixation, external distraction (intraoperative), and, in some cases, up to 4 weeks of postoperative external fixation (neutralization). Intraoperative stability check determined the need for external neutralization. This combined technique allowed a comprehensive approach to even the most unstable fracture by merging the advantages of internal and external fixation. Up to 4 weeks of external fixation (neutralization) was not associated with the complications of external fixation usually reported.
Medical subject headings
- External Fixators
- Fracture Fixation
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Fractures, Closed
- Radius Fractures
Anatomy
- radius