Anatomical and functional evaluation of diaphyseal femoral fractures in children under 6 years old.

Conclusionâ¯: The treatment by initial traction followed by a cast for childrens â¤ 6 years old gives clinical and radiological results comparable with those reported for immediate casting method. The hospitalization period is longer in the traction method but with less exposure to general anesthesia (GA) and risks of secondary displacements. PMID: 29182129 [PubMed - in process]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29182129?dopt=Abstract

Source: Acta Orthopaedica Belgica - December 1, 2017 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Acta Orthop Belg Source Type: research