Prospective study examines effectiveness of a water-activated fiberglass tape for fractures, suggesting fewer complications compared to plaster.
One of several new types of synthetic casting material available in the market (Scotchcast™) was evaluated. This system has the advantage of being a fiberglass tape activated by water. In a prospective study of 100 patients whose fractures were casted with this fiberglass tape, we found this system easy to use, light, strong, durable, and water resistant. Our patients developed few complications, most of which were attributable to our inexperience with the system. Cost, while greater than that for the typical plaster cast, was not prohibitive.
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