Effectiveness of a nurse-led digital care program for patients with external fixation: A randomized controlled trial - Takeaways - MDSpire

Effectiveness of a nurse-led digital care program for patients with external fixation: A randomized controlled trial

  • By

  • Wenyan Xu

  • Huiling Yue

  • Lihua Huang

  • Wenqi Song

  • Qinglin Kang

  • Yun Shen

  • Shengdi Lu

  • May 28, 2026

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    External fixation is commonly used for stabilizing complex fractures but poses significant postoperative risks, particularly pin tract infections.

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    Nursing interventions are crucial for managing postoperative care, including daily pin site care and patient education to prevent complications.

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    Digital health programs enhance postoperative monitoring, allowing for earlier detection of complications and improved patient education.

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    Nurse-led digital interventions have shown effectiveness in reducing emergency visits and complications in postoperative care.

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    This study aims to evaluate the impact of a nurse-led digital care program on postoperative outcomes for patients undergoing external fixation.

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Effectiveness of a nurse-led digital care program for patients with external fixation: A randomized controlled trial

  • by Wenyan Xu, Huiling Yue, Lihua Huang, Wenqi Song, Qinglin Kang, Yun Shen, Shengdi Lu

  • May 28, 2026

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