New ways of treatment of fractures of the humeral shaft: does the combination of intramedullary nail osteosynthesis and cerclage improve the healing process?
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DOI: 10.1007/s00068-021-01847-1
Abstract: The humeral shaft fracture is a rare fracture of the long bones with various treatment options. Dreaded complications such as lesions of the radial nerve or non-unions make the decision for what kind of therapy… read more here.
Keywords: nail osteosynthesis; shaft; cerclage; intramedullary nail ... See more keywords
Biomechanical stability of short versus long proximal femoral nails in osteoporotic subtrochanteric A3 reverse-oblique femoral fractures: a cadaveric study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00402-022-04345-0
Abstract: Due to the demographic change towards an older society, osteoporosis-related proximal femur fractures are steadily increasing. Intramedullary nail osteosyntheses are available in different lengths, where the field of application overlaps. The aim of this study… read more here.
Keywords: short versus; reverse oblique; intramedullary nail; fracture ... See more keywords
Clinical outcomes of proximal femoral fractures treated with a novel carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone intramedullary nail.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2020.01.007
Abstract: INTRODUCTION We developed a new carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone (CFR/PEEK) intramedullary nail for proximal femoral fractures. This study aimed to examine the efficacy and safety of the CFR/PEEK intramedullary nail for use in the treatment of… read more here.
Keywords: proximal femoral; femoral fractures; intramedullary nail; peek intramedullary ... See more keywords
Evaluation of intramedullary nail fixation via the Neviaser portal for proximal humerus fracture.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2019.02.007
Abstract: Objectives To our knowledge, no cases have been reported so far regarding the treatment of proximal humerus fracture with intramedullary nail fixation via the Neviaser portal. This study aimed at evaluating the results of intramedullary… read more here.
Keywords: intramedullary nail; nail fixation; neviaser portal; humerus fracture ... See more keywords
Carbon-Fibre-Reinforced PEEK radiolucent intramedullary nail for humeral shaft fracture fixation: technical features and a pilot clinical study.
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DOI: 10.1016/s0020-1383(17)30731-3
Abstract: PURPOSE This prospective pilot study investigated the safety and efficacy of a novel radiolucent intramedullary nail (IMN) made of Carbon-Fibre-Reinforced Polyaryl-Ether-Ether-Ketone (CFR-PEEK) for humeral shaft fracture fixation. STUDY DESIGN A prospective, single-arm, four-centre study. PATIENTS… read more here.
Keywords: intramedullary nail; study; humeral shaft; radiolucent intramedullary ... See more keywords
Influence of gap size, screw configuration, and nail materials in the stability of anterograde reamed intramedullary nail in femoral transverse fractures.
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DOI: 10.1016/s0020-1383(17)30793-3
Abstract: Femoral shaft fractures are among the most severe injuries of the skeleton. They are associated with high morbidity and mortality. The most appropriate treatment depending on the type of fracture and location level should be… read more here.
Keywords: intramedullary nail; nail materials; steel; gap size ... See more keywords
Trajectory of Short- and Long-Term Recovery of Tibial Shaft Fractures After Intramedullary Nail Fixation
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000000886
Abstract: Objective: To determine the trajectory of recovery after tibial shaft fracture treated with intramedullary nail over the first 5 years and to evaluate the magnitude of the changes in functional outcome at various time intervals.… read more here.
Keywords: tibial shaft; intramedullary nail; trajectory; recovery tibial ... See more keywords
Intramedullary Nail Fixation of Atypical Femur Fractures With Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate Leads to Faster Union: A Case-Control Study: Erratum.
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000000932
Abstract: angle constructs whenever possible in the treatment of high-angle femoral neck fractures in young populations. Given the statistically similar findings between cannulated screw groups in our study, we could not recommend either the inverted triangle… read more here.
Keywords: fixation atypical; fixation; intramedullary nail; study ... See more keywords
The Fibular Intramedullary Nail Versus Locking Plate and Lag Screw Fixation in the Management of Unstable Elderly Ankle Fractures: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Comparison.
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000001814
Abstract: OBJECTIVES To compare the biomechanical failure properties of the fibular intramedullary nail with locking plate and lag screw fixation in the management of unstable elderly distal fibular fractures. METHODS Twelve fresh-frozen cadaveric lower limbs (6… read more here.
Keywords: lag screw; management; locking plate; nail ... See more keywords
Intramedullary Nail Fixation Assisted by Orthopaedic Robot Navigation for Intertrochanteric Fractures in Elderly Patients
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DOI: 10.1111/os.12447
Abstract: To compare the clinical efficacy of intramedullary nail fixation for intertrochanteric fractures assisted by orthopaedic robot navigation and the traditional intramedullary nail fixation in elderly patients, and to investigate the application advantages of intramedullary nail… read more here.
Keywords: intertrochanteric fractures; intramedullary nail; orthopaedic robot; nail fixation ... See more keywords
Comparison of Less Invasive Stabilization System Plate and Retrograde Intramedullary Nail in the Fixation of Femoral Supracondylar Fractures in the Elderly: A Biomechanical Study
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DOI: 10.1111/os.12449
Abstract: To compare the biomechanical stabilities of less invasive stabilization system (LISS) plate and retrograde intramedullary nail (IMN) for the comminuted femoral supracondylar fracture fractures in the elderly. read more here.
Keywords: retrograde intramedullary; less invasive; intramedullary nail; stabilization system ... See more keywords