The 50 Most Cited Papers Concerning Open Fractures
Paul R Allegra1, Ramakanth R Yakkanti1, Dylan N Greif2
1University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital Department of Orthopedics, Miami, Florida.
Journal of Surgical Orthopaedic Advances
|July 12, 2022
Summary
This study identifies the 50 most cited papers on open fractures, offering insights into influential research and management trends for physicians. It aids in discovering key literature for treating open and compound fractures.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Trauma Management
Background:
- Open fractures represent a significant challenge in trauma care.
- Effective management of open fractures is crucial for patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and evaluate the 50 most cited publications on open fractures.
- To analyze influential literature and current trends in open fracture treatment and management.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive search of the ISI Web of Knowledge database was conducted in May 2020.
- Boolean search terms included "open fracture", "compound fracture", "Gustilo", "Gustilo Anderson", "Tschern", and "Oestern".
- Articles were ranked by citation count and refined to include peer-reviewed original articles, reviews, and editorials.
Main Results:
- The study identified the top 50 most cited papers related to open fractures.
- Analysis focused on influential literature and recent trends in the management of open fractures.
Conclusions:
- This review highlights seminal works in open fracture research.
- The findings assist clinicians in accessing impactful literature for informed decision-making in open fracture care.
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