| Literature DB >> 19390376 |
Hans-Christoph Pape1, Ivan S Tarkin.
Abstract
Successful intramedullary nailing of difficult femoral fractures is predicated on achieving and maintaining reduction before reaming and implant insertion. Closed and percutaneous strategies are emphasized which preserve fracture biology and encourage primary union. However, open techniques are sometimes necessary to avoid postoperative deformity.Entities:
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Year: 2009 PMID: 19390376 DOI: 10.1097/BOT.0b013e31819f2754
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Orthop Trauma ISSN: 0890-5339 Impact factor: 2.512