Why the study?
Does the choice of implant (screws vs pins vs side-plate) improve outcomes in patients with intracapsular fractures of the hip?
Population
4,925 patients with intracapsular fractures of the hip (femoral neck fractures) across 25 randomised trials
Comparison
Different implants for internal fixation vs Comparison between different implants
Design
Meta-analysis
Authors
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Supports screws over pins for intracapsular hip fracture fixation; leaves open optimal configuration and side-plate role.
Does the choice of implant (screws vs pins vs side-plate) improve outcomes in patients with intracapsular fractures of the hip?
In the internal fixation of intracapsular hip fractures, screws appear superior to pins, though the optimal screw configuration remains unclear and side-plates offer no apparent advantage.
Parker et al. (1998) studied this question.
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