K-wire fixation vs 23-gauge percutaneous hand- crossed hypodermic needle for the treatment of distal phalangeal fractures

K-wire fixation vs 23-gauge percutaneous hand- crossed hypodermic needle for the treatment of distal phalangeal fractures

Abstract Background Distal Phalanx (DP) fractures are the most common hand injuries. Bone fixation associated with soft tissue reconstruction, is often required to ensure more effective outcomes. The aim of the present study is to compare functional outcomes of DP fractures surgically treated with c...

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Main Authors: Letizia Senesi, Andrea Marchesini, Pier Paolo Pangrazi, Marialuisa De Francesco, Antonio Gigante, Michele Riccio, Francesco De Francesco
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-09-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Subjects:
Distal interphalangeal fracture
Needle fixation
K-wire fixation
Range of motion
Time to union
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12891-020-03606-6

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