Simple low cost static external fixators for phalangeal fractures of hand
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External fixation for phalangeal and metacarpal fractures.
From 1987 to 1993 we treated 33 patients with 29 phalangeal and seven metacarpal fractures by external fixation using a mini-Hoffmann device. There were 27 open and 25 comminuted fractures. In 12 patients one or more tendons was involved. The mean follow-up was 4.4 years. Complications occurred in ten fractures; two required repositioning of the fixator. All the fractures healed. The functional...
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BACKGROUND Phalangeal fractures are approximately 10% of all the fractures of skeletal system. Most fractures are functionally stable. Surgical treatment is necessary when fracture is displaced and reduction is not possible. This study was conducted in order to study the aetiology, features and management of the phalangeal fractures of hand. METHODS This descriptive study was conducted in the...
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Manufacturers are now producing components made of radiolucent material, but these are expensive. and may not be available to all surgeons. We have used panoramic radiography products (Kodak Dental Products Catalog and Reference Guide 199 1). as used by dental surgeons for the mandible, to image fractures in some forms of external fixation (Fig. Ib). The range of products includes small films a...
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Background: One of the most common complaints in patients during the pin is removed from the metacarpal bone fracture is pain. Topical warm and cold therapy have effects on the skin, so that it can relieve pain. On the other hand, according to traditional Chinese medicine, the Hoku point is the most important pain point in the body. The aim of this study was to compare the effect of cold and wa...
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Patients expect physicians to predict the future. Recognizing injuries that behave badly improves care and modulates expectations. Your antennae should deploy when you are presented with a simple fracture that isn't.
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عنوان ژورنال: International Journal of Orthopaedics Sciences
سال: 2018
ISSN: 2395-1958,2395-1958
DOI: 10.22271/ortho.2018.v4.i1k.103