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Disability & implant irritation with intramedullary nail vs. plate for midshaft clavicle fractures
August 2017
Disability & implant irritation with intramedullary nail vs. plate for midshaft clavicle fractures
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:2
High Irritation and Removal Rates After Plate or Nail Fixation in Patients With Displaced Midshaft Clavicle Fractures
Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2017 Feb;475(2):532-539Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
120 patients with a displaced midshaft clavicle fracture were randomized to fixation with either an intramedullary nail or a plate. Patients were assessed for disability, incidence of implant-related irritation, and incidence of removal due to implant-related irritation. Results on the Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (QuickDASH) score demonstrated no significant difference betwee...
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