The role of external fixation in acute foot trauma.
External fixation in foot and ankle trauma has a precise indication for optimal treatment. Principles of external fixation that are integrated in the comprehensive cure of complex trauma are presented. Safe and efficient techniques also are described. The role of primary reconstruction of the overall anatomical axes and dimensions is emphasized.
Klaue
Kaj
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University of Bern, Clinica Luganese, sede Moncucco, via Moncucco 10, CH 6900 Lugano, Switzerland. kklaue@tinet.ch
D000208:Acute Disease; D016512:Ankle Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D016267:External Fixators; D018409:Foot Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D013524:Surgical Flaps