[Complications in extrafocal compression and distraction for nonunion of the tibia].
While analysing the results of 118 operations for extrafocal compression, distraction and compression-distraction osteosynthesis with the G. A. Ilizarov apparatus in 116 patients showing nonunion of fractures and pseudarthrosis of the tibia, the author observed 53 various complications among 40 operations (33.9%). 78 operations were without any complications (66.1%). The greatest number of complications was noted while using a distraction method. Some recommendations on the treatment and prophylaxis of such complications are given.
D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000009:adverse effects; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices / Q000009:adverse effects; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000009:adverse effects; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000175:diagnosis; D011542:Pseudarthrosis / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery; D013530:Surgical Wound Infection / Q000209:etiology; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D014586:USSR
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