Sublaminar wiring of Harrington distraction rods for unstable thoracolumbar spine fractures.
Sublaminar wiring of Harrington distraction rods enhances stability and resistance to pullout and is an effective means of managing unstable thoracolumbar spine fractures. The incidence of distraction rod-related failure and the duration of postoperative immobilization are reduced. Early return to full activity and successful rehabilitation are facilitated by efficient stabilization of the spinal column.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008159:Lumbar Vertebrae / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D008297:Male; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices; D011859:Radiography; D013904:Thoracic Vertebrae / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*