A Prospective Evaluation of Complications after Use of Exposed Pins in the Hand and Wrist

Conclusions: In this study, one in four patients treated with Kirschner wires developed a minor or major complication, a rate that is substantially higher than reported in existing retrospective studies. Although Kirschner wires are often needed during hand surgery, surgeons should be aware that adverse events are frequent. Patients and surgeons should be vigilant in the perioperative period. CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Therapeutic, IV.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Hand/Peripheral Nerve: Original Articles Source Type: research