Hand & Wrist
Comparison of volar locking plate vs K-wires in dorsally displaced distal radius fractures
J Orthop Surg Res. 2015 Jul 15;10(1):1087 randomized controlled trials (875 patients) comparing volar locking plate and Kirschner wire fixation for dorsally displaced distal radius fractures were included in this meta-analysis. The purpose of the study was to compare clinical outcomes and complications between the two treatment methods after 1 year. Results indicated that volar locking plate fixation resulted in lower DASH scores and a lower risk of complications than K-wire fixation. Volar locking plates also provided better grip strength, range of flexion and range of supination at 6 months postoperatively.
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