Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery
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J Shoulder Elbow Surg · Mar 2013
Meta Analysis Comparative StudyPlate versus intramedullary nail fixation in the treatment of humeral shaft fractures: an updated meta-analysis.
Regarding the treatment of humeral shaft fractures, the choice of plating or intramedullary nailing remains controversial. Previous randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses failed to draw a unanimous conclusion. To guide clinical decision making, we conducted an updated meta-analysis on the optimal treatment of humeral shaft fractures. ⋯ Level II, Meta-analysis of prospective comparative trials.