| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8718607 | Injury | 2018 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
We found no difference in postoperative infection rate between metacarpal and phalangeal fracture osteosynthesis with buried versus exposed K-wires. However, the high readmission and reoperation rate (17.2%) after burying K-wires should call for reconsideration of surgical strategies.
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Authors
Mads Terndrup, Thomas Jensen, Søren Kring, Martin Lindberg-Larsen,