Below- versus above-elbow cast treatment of displaced distal forearm fractures in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Abstract:Objectives: Distal forearm fractures are the most common pediatric fractures. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of below-elbow cast treatment for displaced distal forearm fractures in children compared to above-elbow cast through meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Methods: Several databases from January 1, 2000 until October 1, 2021 were searched for randomized controlled trials that assessed below versus above-elbow cast treatment of displaced distal forearm fractures in pediatric … Show more
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