| Literature DB >> 8478843 |
R M Brown1, E F Wheelwright, J Chalmers.
Abstract
In a study of 297 internal fixation operations for fractures or joint injuries performed during 1982, a second operation for implant removal was undertaken in 42% of cases. Significant complications occurred following the second procedure in 19%. Implants which were retained did not give rise to appreciable problems. It is suggested that implants should only be removed when there are clear clinical indications for doing so.Entities:
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Year: 1993 PMID： 8478843
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J R Coll Surg Edinb ISSN： 0035-8835