Operative treatment of clavicle fractures improves short-term functional outcomes

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COA/AOA: Pin and plate fixation equally effective for intervention of clavicle fractures

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Intramedullary nailing and plating are comparable for midshaft clavicle fractures

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Operative management superior to conservative methods in midshaft clavicle fracture

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AC pain: Both arthroscopic and open distal clavicle excision result in successful outcomes

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Intramedullary fixation preferable to plate fixation in midshaft clavicle fractures

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Surgical versus conservative treatment of midshaft clavicle fractures

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Clavicle Fracture: Greater satisfaction and fewer complications with MIS method

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3D reconstruction plate better than superiorly placed plate for clavicle fracture fixation

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Operative care of clavicle fracture reduces complications, nonunion, and malunion

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ORIF more effective and satisfactory treatment for comminuted clavicle fractures

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Operative versus nonoperative treatment for adults with displaced clavicle fractures

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Possible advantage with intramedullary vs plate fixation in treatment of clavicle fracture

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Improved function and time to union with plating versus sling for mid-shaft clavicle fractures

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