The diaphyseal aseptic tibial nonunions after failed previous treatment options managed with the reamed intramedullary locking nail.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2017.08.006
Abstract: Background The nonunion of open and closed tibial shaft fractures continues to be a common complication of fractures. Tibial nonunions constitute the majority of long bone nonunions seen by orthopaedic surgeons. In this article, we… read more here.
Keywords: tibial nonunions; intramedullary nailing; treatment; bone ... See more keywords
Outcomes of Reamed Intramedullary Nailing for Lower Extremity Diaphyseal Fractures in COVID-Positive Patients: A Multi-institutional Observational Study
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000002468
Abstract: Objective: To determine if reamed intramedullary nailing (IMN) of tibial and femoral shaft fractures exacerbated the hypercoagulable state of COVID infection, resulting in increased thromboembolic and pulmonary complications. Design: Retrospective chart review. Setting: Eleven Level… read more here.
Keywords: reamed intramedullary; multi institutional; intramedullary nailing; shaft fractures ... See more keywords