Anterior locking plate fixation versus cast immobilization for acceptably reduced extra- articular distal radial fractures: long-term follow-up of a randomized controlled trial.

Abstract

This study reports the long-term results of a randomized controlled trial comparing anterior locking plate fixation with cast immobilization for extra-articular distal radial fractures. After 5.3 years of follow-up, no clinically relevant functional differences were found.