Hybrid thin wire external fixation: an effective, minimally invasive, modular surgical tool for the stabilization of periarticular fractures.
Hybrid thin wire external fixation is an effective, minimally invasive treatment for the stabilization of periarticular, supracondylar, and pilon fractures. The extent of bone and soft-tissue loss, high risk of infection, and further damage to the soft tissues precludes open reduction and internal fixation as a safe treatment method. External fixation preserves the soft-tissue envelope with minimal damage and allows fracture stabilization, early loading, and mobilization, which promote bone healing.
Lerner
Alexander
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Department of Orthopedic Surgery A, Rambam Medical Centre, Haifa, Israel.
Stein
Haim
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000843:Ankle Joint; D001864:Bone Wires; D004551:Elbow Joint; D004867:Equipment Design; D016267:External Fixators; D005260:Female; D005264:Femoral Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D006810:Humeral Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D015601:Injury Severity Score; D007719:Knee Joint; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000601:surgery*