Background: Operative management of pediatric fractures is an expected competency in the
specialty of Orthopedic Surgery. However, specialized pediatric centres may be providing …

To the Editor: We read with interest the recent publication by Sigrist and
colleagues,“Treatment of Closed Femoral Shaft Fractures in Children Aged 6 to 10.” The …

Objectives: To describe the distribution of open versus closed treatment and its relationship
with the location of care in pediatric specialty versus general hospitals. Methods: Patient …

Background: Isolated pediatric femur fractures have historically been treated at local
hospitals. Pediatric referral patterns have changed in recent years, diverting patients to high …

Methods: Patients ages 3 to 10 undergoing surgery for SCH fractures from 2014 to 2020
were included. Patient demographics and perioperative details were recorded. Radiographs …

Background: In an effort to increase the value of health care in the United States, there has
been increased focus on shifting certain procedures to an outpatient setting. While pediatric …

Socioeconomic status, race, and insurance status are known factors affecting adult
orthopaedic surgery care, but little is known about the influence of socioeconomic factors on …

Background: Understanding national trends in the treatment of pediatric supracondylar
humeral fractures will provide important insight into variations in regional treatment and …

This study evaluated the expanding role of freestanding ambulatory surgery centers in
pediatric fracture care based on the only national ambulatory surgery database within the …

Background: Despite an 88% increase in the number of pediatric fractures treated in
ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) over a 10-year period, few studies have compared …