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This study reviews the current use of poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) implants in pediatric fracture fixation and evaluates how they address limitations associated with traditional hardware. Methods: A narrative review was conducted summarizing current evidence, clinical experience, and case examples involving PLGA-based devices used in pediatric trauma. Special emphasis was placed on the degradation mechanism of PLGA, its controlled hydrolysis profile, and the capacity of the material to provide temporary mechanical stability during bone healing before complete resorption. The review included studies of PLGA use in forearm, distal radius, ankle, and elbow fractures, comparing outcomes to those obtained with metallic implants. Results: Across multiple clinical reports and case series, PLGA implants demonstrated effective fracture healing, stable fixation, and complication rates comparable to traditional metallic devices. Patients treated with resorbable implants benefited from reduced postoperative morbidity, no requirement for implant removal, and improved imaging compatibility. Conclusions: PLGA-based bioabsorbable implants represent a safe and effective alternative to conventional metal fixation in children. 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