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Demographic characteristics of the two patient groups
| Characteristic | De Palma pinning group (n = 51) | External fixator group (n = 49) | p |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mean age (standard deviation) | 57.5 (11.9) | 59.2 (12.7) | 0.501 |
| Sex (female) | 39 | 34 | |
| Side affected (right) | 27 | 23 | 0.548 |
| Handedness (right) | 48 | 46 | 0.960 |
