Is Routine Imaging Necessary for the Management of Pediatric Hand Fractures Postoperatively?

Conclusions This study shows that clinically significant fracture displacement is rare after operative reduction and fixation in pediatric age group. It demonstrates our experience in refraining from routine postoperative radiographs. The overall benefit is to avoid unnecessary radiation and subsequent costs implicated.
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Hand Surgery Source Type: research