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Operative versus non-operative management of pediatric medial epicondyle fractures: a systematic review
Journal of Children's Orthopaedics, 08/18/09

Kamath AF et al. – Operative treatment affords a significantly higher union rate over the non–operative management of medial epicondyle fractures. There was no difference in pain at final follow–up between operative and non–operative treatments. As surgical indications evolve, and the functional demands of pediatric patients increase, surgical fixation should be strongly considered to achieve stable fixation and bony union.

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