title: Static external fixation in the hand and carpus.
abstract: Static external fixation in the hand and carpus remains a valuable part of the hand surgeon's armamentarium for the treatment of complex injuries. This article describes a brief history, indications, case examples, and complications using these constructs. Pertinent pitfalls are emphasized to avoid suboptimal outcomes.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedics, Emory University Medical School, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
authors.forename: G M
authors.initials: GM
authors.lastname: Lourie
authors.forename: R E
authors.initials: RE
authors.lastname: Lins
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery*; D016267:External Fixators / Q000009:adverse effects; D005260:Female; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000379:methods; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male