Treatment of Fractures of the Shaft of the Femur.
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We did a prospective study of 20 cases on treatment of fracture shaft of femur in children by Ender's nail. The average duration of hospital stay was 9 days. Femoral shaft fractures in children can be operatively treated with excellent results and a decreased complication rate. Operation results in shorter hospitalization which has psychological, social, educational, and economic advantages over conservative treatment.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Canadian Medical Association journal
دوره 47 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1942