Journal article
Assessment of Anatomic Restoration of Distal Radius Fractures Among Older Adults
Abstract
Importance: The value of precise anatomic restoration for distal radius fractures (DRFs) in older adults has been debated for many decades, with conflicting results in the literature. In light of the growing population of adults aged 60 years and older, both fracture incidence and associated treatment costs are expected to increase.
Objective: To determine the association between radiographic measures of reduction and patient outcomes after DRF …
Authors
Chung KC; Cho HE; Kim Y; Kim HM; Shauver MJ
Journal
JAMA Network Open, Vol. 3, No. 1,
Publisher
American Medical Association (AMA)
Publication Date
January 3, 2020
DOI
10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2019.19433
ISSN
2574-3805