Woman and Man
- | Country :
- France
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- | Specialty : -
Extract
The number of osteoporotic fractures, among which the fractures of the lower extremity of the radius (16 % of fractures seen in emergencies) is going to increase. Several surgical techniques are described in particular locking plates and intrafocal pinning techniques. The aim of the study is to compare (X-ray assessments and functional outcome) these two types of treatment by using a prospective, randomised multicentric analysis.
Inclusion criteria
- Metaphyseal Radius Fractures (AO Type A2, A3, C1 et C2)