Pin vs plate fixation for metacarpal fractures: a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The differences in the clinical and functional outcomes of closed reduction and percutaneous pin fixation and open reduction with internal fixation (ORIF) using plate and screws have been systematically synthesized by one meta-analysis. With newer studies being published, an effort to update the earlier meta-analysis is necessary.

Methods

Comprehensive searches were done systematically through PubMed, Scopus, CENTRAL (Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials), and Google scholar databases. Randomized controlled trials, quasi-experimental studies, prospective comparative non-randomized studies, and even studies reporting findings from retrospective chart review were eligible to be included. Statistical analysis was done using STATA version 13.0. GRADE assessm

SUBMITTER: Zhu X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7678208 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature