title: [Universal 3-dimensional correction and reposition with the ring fixator using the hexapod configuration].
abstract: A new configuration for the Ilisarov fixator with 6 distractors and 12 ball joints in the form of a hexapod is proposed. Using this assembly, a correction or reduction is possible with respect to any given point and axis in space. The primary position of the rings is not critical. The fixator system is statically determined and there is no stress between the longitudinal rods. Difficult corrections like those necessary for rotational deformities can be done without complicated joint mechanisms.
authors.affiliation: Abteilung für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Berufsgenossenschaftliches Unfallkrankenhaus Hamburg.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Seide
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Wolter
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D001852:Bone Lengthening / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004867:Equipment Design; D016267:External Fixators; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000295:instrumentation*
vernacular_title: Universelle dreidimensionale Korrektur und Reposition mit dem Ringfixateur unter Anwendung der Hexapod-Anordnung.