Publication Name	World Journal of Orthopedics
Manuscript ID	109620
Country	Egypt

Category	Orthopedics
Manuscript Type	Editorial
Article Title	Post-operative imaging in pediatric distal radius fractures: When tradition meets evidence
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Amr Elshahhat
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Corresponding Author	Amr Elshahhat, MD, PhD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mansoura University, Algomhoria Street, Mansoura 33516, Dakahlia, Egypt. amrelshahat@mans.edu.eg
Key Words	Pediatric distal radius fracture; Loss of reduction; Follow-up radiographs; Cast immobilization; K-wire fixation; Re-displacement
Core Tip	Routine postoperative follow-up radiographs after closed reduction and cast immobilization or percutaneous pinning of pediatric distal radius fractures rarely influence clinical management. This editorial highlights the need for a more selective, risk-based imaging strategy that considers fracture stability, patient age, and reduction quality, aiming to reduce unnecessary radiation and costs while maintaining excellent outcomes.
Citation	Elshahhat A. Post-operative imaging in pediatric distal radius fractures: When tradition meets evidence. World J Orthop 2025; In press

Received	2025-05-16 05:07
Peer-Review Started	2025-05-16 05:07
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Return for Revision	2025-05-27 10:55
Revised	2025-05-30 21:48
Second Decision	2025-07-09 02:40
Accepted by Journal Editor-in-Chief
Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-07-09 06:47
Articles in Press	2025-07-09 06:47
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ISSN	2218-5836 (online)
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