| Literature DB >> 26815496 |
Graham Walsh1,1, Ghulam Mustafa2, Subash C Halder2, James A Chapman2.
Abstract
We present a case of a distal tibial fracture in a pregnant patient treated with an intermedullary device. The risks associated with operative treatment of fractures in pregnancy are discussed. The patient underwent a successful procedure using a novel tibial nail which reduced both operative time and radiation exposure. Surgical intervention allowed the mother to have a normal delivery. The patient had an excellent outcome with no adverse effects reported by either mother or baby.Entities:
Keywords: Pregnancy; Pregnancy trauma; Tibial fracture; Tibial nail
Year: 2007 PMID: 26815496 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-007-6165-y
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg ISSN: 1863-9933 Impact factor: 3.693