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Paediatric femoral shaft fractures: an instructional review for the FRCS examination

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This review presents the principal features of paediatric femoral shaft fractures including the contemporary management strategies and relevant supporting evidence. The article is an overview of information relevant to clinical practice, in addition to preparation for the FRCS (Orth) examination.

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    Sean D. X. Duffy

  2. Trauma and Orthopaedic Department, Kingston Hospital, London, UK

    Hiba Khan

  3. St George’s University, London, UK

    Yael Gelfer

  4. Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Bristol, UK

    Fergal Monsell

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Duffy, S.D.X., Khan, H., Gelfer, Y. et al. Paediatric femoral shaft fractures: an instructional review for the FRCS examination. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol 34, 1253–1258 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00590-023-03791-9

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