J Trauma
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical Trial
Kapandji pinning or closed reduction for extra-articular distal radius fractures.
In a randomized prospective trial, closed reduction and plaster application was compared with Kapandji pinning. Closed reduction and plaster cast application was performed in 50 patients, Kapandji pinning in 48 patients. ⋯ In terms of maintenance of reduction and functional outcome at 1-year follow-up, no statistically significant differences were found between the two groups. We conclude, therefore, that both techniques can be applied to extra-articular fractures of the distal radius according to the characteristics of the forearm and the surgeon's or the patient's need.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical Trial
The role of presacral drainage in the management of penetrating rectal injuries.
To compare in a randomized, prospective manner infectious complication rates associated with presacral drainage versus no drainage in the presence of penetrating rectal injury. ⋯ We conclude that presacral drainage for penetrating rectal injuries has no effect on infectious complications associated with the rectal injuries.