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ORIF more effective and satisfactory treatment for comminuted clavicle fractures
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ORIF more effective and satisfactory treatment for comminuted clavicle fractures
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2011;45(1):34-40. doi: 10.3944/AOTT.2011.2431
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F Mirzatolooei

To compare the results of two treatment methods for comminuted, displaced midshaft fractures of the clavicle, 60 patients were randomized to either open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) or non-operative treatment. After 1 year, ORIF had less complications and malunions than non-operative treatment. ORIF also provided increased patient satisfaction and significantly better functional scores.

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OrthoEvidence. ORIF more effective and satisfactory treatment for comminuted clavicle fractures . ACE Report. 2014;4(4):15. Available from: https://myorthoevidence.com/AceReport/Report/orif-more-effective-and-satisfactory-treatment-for-comminuted-clavicle-fractures

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