Catastrophic Health Expenditures Associated With Open Reduction Internal Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures

Distal radius fracture is one of the most common upper-extremity traumatic injuries. These injuries result in time off work and potential financial consequences for patients. Therefore, we aimed to understand the risk of catastrophic health expenditures (CHEs) after open reduction and internal fixation of distal radius fractures and examine the association between patient characteristics and the risk of CHE.

Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery - July 20, 2023 Category: Surgery Authors: Jessica I. Billig, Jody M. Law, Madison Brody, Katherine E. Cavanaugh, Christopher J. Dy Tags: Editor's Choice Source Type: research