Publications by authors named "P Schmittenbecher"

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  • Fractures of the distal radius in children are common but typically do not cause significant growth issues; this study reviews a pediatric trauma center's 15 years of experience with these injuries.
  • The analysis included clinical and radiological data from 10 cases of posttraumatic growth disturbances, with various surgical methods employed, such as palmar plate osteosynthesis and callus distraction.
  • The findings emphasize the need to address the causes of growth disturbances, prioritize visible deformities, and consider factors like age and growth potential when deciding on corrective surgery, with most patients achieving full range of motion after treatment.
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Background: Proximal humeral fractures are a relatively common injury in childhood and adolescence, accounting for 0.45-2% of all fractures [2, 18]. Treatment is usually conservative but is still the subject of a scientific debate [9, 12].

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  • The Bado III Monteggia lesion is a rare pediatric fracture that involves the dislocation of the radial head, commonly linked to ulnar fractures.
  • This study analyzed 26 children with this condition to assess the safety and effectiveness of closed reduction treatments, either with or without osteosynthesis.
  • Results showed that most patients had excellent outcomes after treatment, suggesting that proper initial reduction is crucial, and non-invasive methods should be prioritized for managing these fractures.
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Objective: Traumatic hip dislocations are very rare in childhood and adolescence. The aim of this multi-centre study is to analyse the current epidemiology and injury morphology of a large number of traumatic hip dislocations in children. This can provide a better understanding of childhood hip dislocations and contribute to the development of a therapeutic approach in order to prevent long-term impacts.

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