Internal plate fixation versus plaster in displaced complete articular distal radius fractures, a randomised controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Of all distal radius fractures, 25 % are complete articular fractures (AO/OTA type C fractures). Two thirds of those fractures are displaced and require reduction. According to several International Guidelines, adequately reduced intra-articular distal radius fractures are best treated non-operatively with plaster immobilisation, while surgical fixation is suggested only when the articular step exceeds 2 mm after reduction. However, these recommendations are based on studies that did not differentiate between intra- and extra-articular distal radius fractures. Thus, no clear consensus about the best treatment for patients with displaced intra-articular distal radius fractures can be reached. Despite the lack of evidence, an increase in internal fixation of intra-articula

SUBMITTER: Mulders MAM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4748545 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature