Practical Aspects of Posttrauma Reconstruction With an Intramedullary Lengthening Nail Journal Article


Author: Bernstein, M
Article Title: Practical Aspects of Posttrauma Reconstruction With an Intramedullary Lengthening Nail
Abstract: Limb equalization using the Ilizarov method has evolved and adapted the use of internal lengthening devices. One of the newest devices, termed "PRECICE," is a magnetically controlled telescoping nail. Complications such as pin site infection and skin irritation are eliminated. Despite trauma surgeons' familiarity with intramedullary nailing, the Ilizarov method requires sound knowledge of deformity analysis and awareness of specific complications associated with distraction osteogenesis. This manuscript discusses some of the practical preoperative and intraoperative components of limb lengthening.
Journal Title: Journal of orthopaedic trauma
Volume: 31 Suppl 2
ISSN: 1531-2291; 0890-5339
Publisher: Unknown  
Journal Place: United States
Date Published: 2017
Start Page: S20
End Page: S24
Language: eng
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Notes: LR: 20170509; JID: 8807705; ppublish