Saving time in the fracture clinic: 2 weeks post-operative plain films following open reduction and internal fixation of distal radius fractures do not affect management

ConclusionRepeat imaging at 2 weeks following distal radius ORIF did not change management of distal radius fractures in this study. Therefore, our data suggests 2-week plain films should not routinely be ordered for these patients which will reduce wait time and exposure to radiation.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research