Dorsal distal radius fractures in children: role of plaster in redisplacement of these fractures.

The aim of this study was to retrospectively identify the role of plaster in redisplacement of dorsal distal radius fracture in children. A total of 60 children with displaced dorsal distal radius fractures were included in this study. All these fractures were reduced under general anesthesia. A total of 22 redisplacements were observed. Statistical analysis was performed to search for risk factors of redisplacement. Poor modeling immobilization of the wrist in the cast, studied by the three-point index was the only significant risk factors for redisplacement. The three-point index is an excellent index to predict redisplacement and assess the quality of the cast treatment of these fractures. The type of study or level of evidence is therapeutic IV.