2022
DOI: 10.4081/acbr.2022.175
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The etiology and pattern distribution of closed long bone diaphyseal fractures: A prospective survey in a regional trauma center Enugu, Nigeria

Abstract: Extremity injuries have attained a significant position in musculoskeletal trauma. This study aims to describe the pattern of closed long bone diaphyseal fractures in acute trauma setting. A prospective study of patients who presented at the trauma unit of National Orthopaedic Hospital Enugu over a 6months period was undertaken. Sixty two patients with closed long bone diaphyseal fractures of femur, tibia and humerus who consented and met the study inclusion criteria were prospectively included and evaluated. … Show more

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