Abstract
Purpose: Approximately 20% of all pediatric fractures are distal forearm fractures, most of which are treated non-operatively with closed reduction and casting. Reduction is maintained by a well-molded cast. It is unclear if the amount of soft tissue surrounding a fracture may affect the ability to achieve a good cast mold. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of body mass index (BMI) on cast index (CI) and complications in pediatric patients with distal forearm fractures. …
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