SynthesisJournal of orthopaedic surgery and research2020
Pin vs plate fixation for metacarpal fractures: a meta-analysis.
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- An Analysis of the Results of Intramedullary K-wire Fixation versus Plating in Fractures of the Metacarpal Shaft.Annals of African medicine · 2026Article
- Compari̇son of closed reducti̇on percutaneous pi̇nni̇ng vs. open reducti̇on plate-screw fi̇xati̇on techni̇ques i̇n unstable metacarpal shaft fractures.European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society · 2026Article
- Anatomic Structures at Risk With Antegrade Intramedullary Fixation of the First Metacarpal Using Three Start Points: Is There A Safe Zone?Journal of hand surgery global online · 2026Article
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- K-wire Osteosynthesis of the Hand in the Outpatient Clinic: Assessment of the Infectious Risks.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2025Article
- Intramedullary K-wires versus Alternate Techniques for Metacarpal Shaft and Neck Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.Journal of hand and microsurgery · 2023Article
- A Comparison of Outcomes following Plate versus Pin Fixation of Metacarpal Shaft and Neck Fractures.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2023Article
- Treatment of hand and finger fractures with the Stryker Hand Plating System.German medical science : GMS e-journal · 2022Article
- The curative effect analysis of a modified Kirschner wires and locking plate internal fixation method for the fifth metacarpal neck fracture.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe differences in the clinical and functional outcomes of closed reduction and percutaneous pin fixation and open reduction with internal fixation (ORIF) using plate and screws have been systematically synthesized by one meta-analysis. With newer studies being published, an effort to update the earlier meta-analysis is necessary.
methodsComprehensive searches were done systematically through PubMed, Scopus, CENTRAL (Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials), and Google scholar databases. Randomized controlled trials, quasi-experimental studies, prospective comparative non-randomized studies, and even studies reporting findings from retrospective chart review were eligible to be included. Statistical analysis was done using STATA version 13.0. GRADE assessment was done to assess the quality of pooled evidence.
resultsA total of 9 studies were included. The pooled estimates did not suggest any significant differences in the disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand (DASH) score [WMD - 0.77; 95% CI, - 3.55, 2.00; I
conclusionNo significant long-term differences were noted in the functional outcomes suggesting that both these techniques are comparable. The choice of modality should be made based on the skills and preference of the surgeon and availability of resources.
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