scholarly journals Management of Fifth Metacarpal Neck Fracture (Boxer's Fracture): A Literature Review

Cureus ◽  
2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Malik Hatim Hussain ◽  
Ali Ghaffar ◽  
Qaisar Choudry ◽  
Zafar Iqbal ◽  
Muhammad Noman Khan
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Boxer’S Fracture ◽  
Neck Fracture

Analysis of the Quality of Prospective Randomized Controlled Trials for Treatment of Boxer’s Fractures

Hand ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 155894472110243
Author(s):  
Cole M. Patrick ◽  
Isaac Fernandez ◽  
Gilberto A. Gonzalez ◽  
Leon J. Nesti ◽  
John C. Dunn
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trials ◽  
Controlled Trials ◽  
Levels Of Evidence ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Boxer’S Fracture ◽  
Neck Fracture ◽  
Level I ◽  
Study Designs ◽  
Coleman Methodology Score

Background This study aimed to review level I and II therapeutic studies on boxer’s fractures to measure variation in quality among the highest level study designs. Methods We used quantitative measures of study quality to evaluate prospective randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of treatments of boxer’s fractures. A search of PubMed, using terms “boxer’s fracture” and “fifth metacarpal neck fracture” identified 164 articles from 1961 to 2019. From this list, we identified 6 RCTs. Two observers classified each trial according to 3 systems: the Oxford Levels of Evidence, the modified Coleman Methodology Score, and the revised Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) score. Results The 2 reviewers were consistent in their use of the Oxford Levels of Evidence (100% agreement). The differences between the average modified Coleman Methodology scores and the average CONSORT scores assigned by the 2 observers were not significant (46.2 vs 45.3 points, κ = 0) and (13.7 vs 14.3 points, κ = 0.33), respectively. Both observers rated all the studies as level I and as unsatisfactory according to the Coleman Methodology Score (100% and 100%), and less than half as unsatisfactory according to the CONSORT score (50% and 17%). Areas of deficiency included randomization, blinding, group comparability, clinical effect measurements, and allocation into treatment arms. Conclusion Classifying orthopedic scientific reports according to the levels of evidence implies a degree of respect for level I and II studies that may not always be merited. Our data suggest that the quality of higher level studies, namely those involving boxer’s fractures, varies and may often be unsatisfactory when critically evaluated.

Fifth Metacarpal Neck Fracture (Boxer's Fracture)

2018 ◽  
pp. 24-28.e1
Author(s):  
S. Brent Brotzman ◽  
Theresa M. Kidd ◽  
Maureen A. Hardy ◽  
Steven R. Novotny
Keyword(s):  
Boxer’S Fracture ◽  
Neck Fracture

Effect of Computerized Auditory Training on Speech Perception of Adults With Hearing Impairment

2013 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 91-106 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachel Pizarek ◽  
Valeriy Shafiro ◽  
Patricia McCarthy
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Speech Perception ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Experimental Designs ◽  
Auditory Training ◽  
Hearing Impairments ◽  
Communicative Disorders ◽  
And Training

Computerized auditory training (CAT) is a convenient, low-cost approach to improving communication of individuals with hearing loss or other communicative disorders. A number of CAT programs are being marketed to patients and audiologists. The present literature review is an examination of evidence for the effectiveness of CAT in improving speech perception in adults with hearing impairments. Six current CAT programs, used in 9 published studies, were reviewed. In all 9 studies, some benefit of CAT for speech perception was demonstrated. Although these results are encouraging, the overall quality of available evidence remains low, and many programs currently on the market have not yet been evaluated. Thus, caution is needed when selecting CAT programs for specific patients. It is hoped that future researchers will (a) examine a greater number of CAT programs using more rigorous experimental designs, (b) determine which program features and training regimens are most effective, and (c) indicate which patients may benefit from CAT the most.

Taking Care of Children After Traumatic Brain Injury

2012 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 79-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julie Haarbauer-Krupa
Keyword(s):  
Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Brain Injury ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
School Setting ◽  
Leadership Role ◽  
Speech Language Pathologists ◽  
Educational Information ◽  
Taking Care

AbstractPurpose: The purpose of this article is to inform speech-language pathologists in the schools about issues related to the care of children with traumatic brain injury.Method: Literature review of characteristics, outcomes and issues related to the needs serving children.Results: Due to acquired changes in cognition, children with traumatic brain injury have unique needs in a school setting.Conclusions: Speech-Language Pathologists in the school can take a leadership role with taking care of children after a traumatic brain injury and coordination of medical and educational information.

Literature Review

1997 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
pp. 7-7
Author(s):  
Robert Haralson
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review

Literature Review

1999 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-9
Author(s):  
James B. Talmage
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review

Literature Review

1997 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 7-7
Author(s):  
James B. Talmage
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review
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