Comparative Biomechanical Analysis of Kirschner Wire Fixation in Dorsally Displaced Distal Radius Fractures
The interfragmentary technique with 2.0 mm K-wires offers superior mechanical stability compared to the intra-focal technique, making it the preferred choice for stabilizing comminuted extra-articular distal radius fractures. These findings suggest that adopting this technique may reduce the risk of postoperative complications such as fracture displacement or malunion. Further research involving osteoporotic bone models and clinical trials is recommended to validate these findings in real-world settings.
Authors
- Ovidiu Alexa (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9131-6104)
- Nicoleta Dima (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8276-835X)
- Dragos Cristian Popescu
- Ștefan Dragoș Tîrnovanu
- Bianca-Ana Dmour (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4679-6895)
- Alin Marian Cazac (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8268-5530)
- Ștefan Lucian Toma (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4623-9175)
- Awad Dmour (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-1154-7145)
Institutions
- Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy (RO)
- Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași (RO)
- Spitalul Clinic Judeţean de Urgenţe "Sf. Spiridon" Iaşi (RO)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Life
- Published
- 2024-12-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/life14121684
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.15