[Application of computer assisted orthopedic surgery in orthopedic trauma surgery].
OBJECTIVE
To investigate the application and significance of computer assisted orthopedic surgery (CAOS) in orthopedic trauma surgery.


METHODS
In orthopedic trauma surgery, the application status of CAOS was analysed and the related problems were summarized.


RESULTS
At present, CAOS is seldom used to reduce fractures but frequently used to insert internal fixation devices and reconstruct the cruciate ligament in orthopedic trauma surgery. And the studies have shown its superiority. During CAOS application, surgeons should pay attention to some problems such as the disadvantages, clinical evaluation, the roles of the surgeons and correct micro-traumatic concept.


CONCLUSIONS
CAOS is very important and cannot be replaced in orthopedic trauma minimal invasion surgery and surgeons should pay attention to some important related problems to make it develop successfully in the study of CAOS.
Li
Wei
W
Department of Orthopedic Trauma and Hand Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning Guangxi 530021, P. R. China.
Zhao
Jinmin
J
D019643:Arthroplasty, Replacement / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000601:surgery; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods; D025321:Surgery, Computer-Assisted; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000601:surgery*