The Biofix absorbable rod. A preliminary report.
An introduction to the biodegradable Biofix rod for use in podiatric surgery is presented. Its application for Austin-type bunionectomies is described. The advantages and shortcomings are compared to traditional internal fixation. For procedures necessitating osteotomy stability, the Biofix rod is another option for the podiatric surgeon.
Yen
R G
RG
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center, CA.
Giacopelli
J A
JA
Granoff
D P
DP
Steinbroner
R J
RJ
D000368:Aged; D001673:Biodegradation, Environmental; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D016268:Internal Fixators; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D011100:Polyglycolic Acid; D011108:Polymers
D011108:Polymers; D011100:Polyglycolic Acid