Ulus Travma Acil Cer
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jul 2018
Multicenter StudyThe epidemiology of acute occupational hand injuries treated in emergency departments in Foshan City, South China.
Despite the magnitude of occupational hand injuries, there are no authoritative guidelines for hand injury prevention, and little research has been done to investigate the epidemiology of acute occupational hand injuries in South China or other developing areas. In this study, the epidemiology of acute occupational hand injuries treated in emergency departments (EDs) in Foshan City, South China, was examined and data were supplied to assist with preventive strategies in similar developing regions. ⋯ Epidemiological data enhance our knowledge of acute occupational hand injuries and could play a role in the prevention and treatment of future occupational hand injuries.
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Ulus Travma Acil Cer · Jul 2018
Multicenter Study Comparative StudyComparison of the functional results of radial head resection and prosthesis for irreparable mason type-III fracture.
The radial head is essential for the rotational stability of the forearm and resistance to valgus stress. Radial head fractures are the most common elbow fracture in adults. Various treatment options are available, depending on the fracture severity. However, the treatment of Type-III fractures is controversial. The aim of this study was to evaluate functional results in patients with irreparable Mason Type-III radial head fractures treated with radial head resection or prosthesis. ⋯ Although range of motion was restricted in the radial head resection group, functional results and grip strength were superior in patients treated with a radial head prosthesis. These results support the radial head prosthesis as a superior treatment modality for patients with irreparable Mason Type-III radial head fractures with respect to patient satisfaction and functional outcomes.