RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Parry, Nicola
T1 Low Complication Rates Associated with Both Operative and Nonoperative Treatment of Adolescent Clavicle Fractures
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2014
FD SAGE Publications
VO 14
IS 23
SP 18
OP 18
DO 10.1177/155989771423014
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/14/23/18.1.abstract
AB This article discusses a study conducted to review the demographic characteristics, treatment approaches, and complications in a large series of adolescent clavicle fractures receiving operative or nonoperative treatment. The results showed an increase in the incidence of clavicle fractures in recent years, with approximately two-thirds of cases occurring during sports, and an increasing trend toward operative treatment. Overall complication rates were more common following operative treatment.