Segmental Tibia Fractures: An Analysis of Complication and Healing Rates
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000001132
Abstract: Objectives: To determine the most commonly associated injuries, complications, and healing rates of patients sustaining segmental tibial shaft fractures. Design: Retrospective review. Setting: Two Level I trauma centers. Patients: A total of 108 patients with… read more here.
Keywords: shaft fractures; tibial shaft; time union; healing rates ... See more keywords
The Effect of Free versus Local Flaps on Time to Union in Open Tibia Fractures
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000009934
Abstract: Background: Early soft-tissue reconstruction of open fractures has been shown to decrease infection rates and improve rates of bony union. The purpose of this study was to compare the rates and time to union of… read more here.
Keywords: tibia fractures; union; open tibia; time union ... See more keywords