Abstract
The reported incidence of implant failure following reamed intramedullary tibial fixation is low. When necessary, retrieval of failed tibial nail segments is best performed in a closed fashion in order to avoid the delayed healing and increased risk of infection that may result from exposure of the tibial fracture site. A method to facilitate closed removal of the distal segment of a failed tibial nail is described.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 39-42 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of orthopaedic trauma |
Volume | 2 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 1988 |
Keywords
- Implant failure
- Interlocking tibial nail
- Tibia fracture
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine