The Safety and Benefits of the Semisterile Technique for Closed Reduction and Percutaneous Pinning of Pediatric Upper Extremity Fractures.

ABSTRACT: Background: Closed reduction and percutaneous pinning (CRPP) is traditionally performed following full surgical prep and draping. The semisterile technique utilizes minimal prep and draping, which was proven to be a viable alternative when treating pediatric supracondylar humerus fractures. The purpose of this study was to investigate the safety and benefits of the semisterile technique for CRPP of pediatric upper extremity fractures. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted of pediatric patients who underwent CRPP of an upper extremity fracture over a 4-year period. Demographic data, fracture type/location, and the type of prep technique (full-prep vs semisterile) were recorded. Qualities of intraoperative care were assessed, and postoperative care parameters were

SUBMITTER: Dua K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6900694 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature