Practice Pattern Preferences Among Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeons in North America for the Treatment of Femoral Shaft Fractures.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The treatment of pediatric diaphyseal femur fractures varies based on many factors, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) are dependent on the quality and quantity of evidence in the literature. The purpose of this study is to assess current practice patterns in the treatment of femoral shaft fractures among pediatric orthopaedic surgeons to identify areas of variability.

Methods

From October 2023 to January 2024, the Pediatric Orthopaedic Association of North America (POSNA) Trauma Quality, Safety, and Value Initiative Committee surveyed North American POSNA members on pediatric femoral shaft fracture treatment. Responses were analyzed based on surgeon age, practice location, and practice type. "Usually" and "

SUBMITTER: Barre A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12317419 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature