Comparative Outcomes of Kirschner Wire Fixation Versus Locking Plate Osteosynthesis in Fifth Metacarpal Neck Fractures: A 20-Year Retrospective Analysis
Background and Objectives: Fifth metacarpal neck fractures are commonly encountered in hand surgery, yet optimal surgical fixation remains debated. This study compares Kirschner wire (K-wire) fixation and locking plate osteosynthesis in terms of radiological and functional outcomes. Materials and Methods: A retrospecti...