Historically, many pediatric injuries were managed nonsurgically. However, with changes in
implant selection and outcomes, studies of operative versus nonoperative treatment …

There is an increasing trend toward stabilization and fixation of markedly displaced midshaft
clavicle fractures in adolescents. Recent studies in the adult literature have shown a greater …

Background: Studies of adult patients suggest that nonoperative treatment of clavicle
fractures may result in functional disability, but this has not been demonstrated in …

Background: Recent investigations of displaced clavicle fractures in adults have
demonstrated a higher prevalence of nonunion, symptomatic malunion, diminished …

Background: Controversy continues with regard to decision making for operative treatment
of adolescent clavicle fractures, while the literature continues to support operative treatment …

Background: Operative treatment of displaced pediatric midshaft clavicle fractures has
become increasingly popular, despite lack of evidence that surgical management leads to …

Background: Fractures of the clavicle are common among adolescents and have
traditionally been treated nonoperatively. Recent literature has demonstrated less …

Background: The majority of previous investigations on operative fixation of clavicle fractures
have been related to the adult population, with occasional assessments of the younger …

Background: Recent clinical studies in adults have reported a higher incidence of
symptomatic malunions and functional deficits in nonoperatively treated shortened midshaft …

Background Clavicle fractures are common. An emergency physician needs to understand
the diagnostic classifications of clavicle fractures, have a plan for immobilization, identify …