Long-term functional outcomes following non-surgical management of completely displaced midshaft clavicle fractures in adolescents (12–16 years): a retrospective cohort study with 11-year follow-up

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the long-term functional outcomes of non-surgical management in adolescents with completely displaced midshaft clavicle fractures.
• Retrospective cohort study design examining adolescent patients aged 12-16 years with clavicle fractures.
• Assessment of functional and cosmetic outcomes over an 11-year follow-up period.
• Comparison of outcomes between non-surgical and surgical management approaches.
• Non-surgical management resulted in good functional outcomes.
• Low rates of additional surgeries were observed.
• No significant advantages were noted with surgical intervention.

Abstract