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A simple mini-fixator for complex thumb fractures
Archives of Trauma Research, 2022 The role of external fixators in hand injuries is well entrenched, especially in complex, comminuted phalangeal, and metacarpal fractures where internal fixation is not always possible.
Leon Alexander
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Pitfalls in the Management of Atlanto-Occipital Dislocation [PDF]
Asian Spine Journal, 2015 Atlanto-occipital dislocation (AOD) is rarely seen in clinic because it is characteristically immediately fatal. With recent progress in the pre-hospital care, an increasing number of AOD survivors have been reported. However, because the pathophysiology
Masahiro Aoyama +5 more
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A cheaper external fixator for phalynx fractures of hand - functional outcome study
Asian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2022 Background: Phalynx fractures account for 2.9% of fractures and are most commonly associated with machinery injuries in middle and young-aged individuals. Many external fixators are used for the fixation of phalanges with complexity which are costly.
Pamarthi Srinivas +3 more
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Correction of Proximal Tibial Deformities using Ilizarov-Taylor Spatial Frame [PDF]
International Journal of Medical Arts, 2023 Background: The Taylor Spatial Frame [TSF] is a circular external fixation system that attaches through screws and uses the same principles of correction as the Ilizarov device.Aim of the work: To assess the Ilizarov-Taylor Spatial Frame in the ...
Bassem Elfeky +3 more
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A New Type of External Fixation
Engineering Transactions, 2015 The paper presents some problems related to external osteosynthesis. Design of the new generation of external fixators should use modelling, computer simulation and clinical postulates.
D. Jasińska-Choromańska +1 more
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Postoperative complications associated with external skeletal fixators in cats [PDF]
, 2017 OBJECTIVES: The objective of this study was to quantify complications associated with external skeletal fixators (ESFs) in cats and to identify potential risk factors.
Dudley M +7 more
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Microbiological Profile of Pin Tract Infections due to External Fixators [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2021 Introduction: Pin tract infections are complications associated with external fixators. Proper diagnosis and treatment can prevent further complications related to the infection.
Rokkam Meher Krishna Priyanka +3 more
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Rigidity of unilateral external fixators - A biomechanical study [PDF]
, 2011 Introduction: External fixation is the primary choice of temporary fracture stabilisation for specific polytrauma patients. Adequate initial fracture healing requires sufficient stability at the fracture site. The purpose of this study was to compare the
Burgers, P.T.P.W. (Paul) +5 more
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BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 2018 Background Tibia infected nonunion and chronic osteomyelitis are challenging clinical presentations. Bone transportation with external or hybrid fixators (combined external and internal fixators) is versatile to solve these problems.
Zhen Zhang +4 more
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External fixator configurations in tibia fractures: 1D optimization and 3D analysis comparison [PDF]
, 2014 The use of external fixation devices in orthopedic surgery is very common in open tibial fractures. A properly applied fixator may improve the healing process while one improperly applied might delay the healing process.
Amaro, Ana +4 more
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