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Review
. 2006 Feb;22(1):55-67.
doi: 10.1016/j.hcl.2005.10.003.

Forearm fractures in children and adolescents: a practical approach

Martin J Herman  1 , Silas T Marshall
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Review

Forearm fractures in children and adolescents: a practical approach

Martin J Herman et al. Hand Clin. 2006 Feb.

Abstract

This article presents a practical approach to management of displaced radius and ulna fractures in children and adolescents while addressing areas of controversy. Nonsurgical and surgical management are discussed. A technique for intramedullary fixation of the radius and ulna is presented in detail.

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