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Original Article

Open reduction and internal fixation of displaced intraarticular fractures of the distal radius: 31 patients followed for 3-7 years

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Pages 59-63 | Received 27 Jan 1996, Accepted 07 Oct 1996, Published online: 08 Jul 2009

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