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Orthopedic Trauma Directions 2011; 9(4): 9-17
DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1267122
DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1267122
Clinical topic
© Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New York
Distal radial fractures
Volar locked plating versus bridging external fixationFurther Information
Publication History
Publication Date:
08 December 2011 (online)
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Summary
Two randomized controlled trials (RCTs) suggest that functional scores tended to be better for volar locked plating compared with bridging external fixation. Varying results were seen for grip strength and radiographic measurements, differences in range of motion tended to diminish over time, and no differences were seen in complication rates. Additional studies with stronger methods and adequate power should be performed to substantiate these findings and provide more definitive evidence regarding differences between volar plating and bridging external fixation in treating distal radial fractures.