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World J Orthop. May 18, 2025; 16(5): 106881
Published online May 18, 2025. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v16.i5.106881
Investigation of clinical outcomes in conservative management of hook fractures: Commentary on recent findings
Li-Hu Ding, Pan-Feng Wu, Nian-Zhe Sun
Li-Hu Ding, Pan-Feng Wu, Nian-Zhe Sun, Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China
Li-Hu Ding, Pan-Feng Wu, Nian-Zhe Sun, National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China
Co-corresponding authors: Pan-Feng Wu and Nian-Zhe Sun.
Author contributions: Ding LH wrote the first draft, developed the main ideas, and led revisions; Sun NZ and Wu PF provided critical feedback, improved the structure, and added key examples.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.
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Corresponding author: Nian-Zhe Sun, MD, PhD, Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, No. 87 Xiangya Road, Kaifu District, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China. sunnzh201921@sina.com
Received: March 10, 2025
Revised: April 8, 2025
Accepted: April 25, 2025
Published online: May 18, 2025
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Although the conservative treatment of hook fracture has achieved good clinical efficacy, integrating advanced imaging, biologics, and physiotherapy to redefine conservative strategies, prioritizing precision and patient-centric care.