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Open reduction and fixation with a supporting plate for treatment of unstable fractures of distal radius with volar displacement

Year: 2002

Type: article

Abstract: Eigtheen patients with unstable fracture of the distal radius were evaluated. They have undergone open reduction and buttress plate fixation. The average follow-up was 21 months. Radiographies and wrist function were analysed. It was concluded that this technique was good, allowing good functional results.

Source: Acta Ortopédica Brasileira

DOI: 10.1590/s1413-78522002000400001

Authors: Luís Eduardo Lima de Andrade, Décio José de Oliveira, José Wagner de Barros

Institution: Universidade Federal do Triângulo Mineiro

Language: English

Topic: Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600