Epidemiology, classification, treatment and mortality of distal radius fractures in adults: an observational study of 23,394 fractures from the national Swedish fracture register
Overview
Paper Summary
Distal radius fractures (DRFs) predominantly affect elderly women (≥50 years) due to low-energy simple falls, often occurring at home. Most DRFs are extra-articular and treated non-surgically, but surgical treatment is increasing, especially for intra-articular fractures, with plate fixation being the most common method.
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Rating Explanation
This is a large-scale, nationwide observational study providing valuable insights into distal radius fractures. Despite some limitations, including incomplete national coverage and lack of specific DRF classification validation, the study's strengths, such as its size, detailed data collection, and recent timeframe, contribute to a rating of 4.
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