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Internal fixation at ECWA Hospital, Egbe, Kogi State, Nigeria
1Dept of Surgery, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Kwara State, Nigeria.
West African Journal of Medicine
|June 26, 2002
Summary
Internal fixation is an effective fracture treatment, particularly for young males with lower limb fractures like the femur. This method offers faster hospital discharge compared to conservative treatments.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Trauma Management
Background:
- Internal fixation is a surgical procedure for fracture repair.
- Retrospective analysis of fracture treatments is crucial for understanding outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the outcomes of internal fixation for fractures.
- To identify demographic and fracture site patterns in patients undergoing internal fixation.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 42 fracture cases treated with internal fixation.
- Data collection on patient demographics, fracture locations, and treatment outcomes.
Main Results:
- Internal fixation was more common in young males (under 50 years) and for lower limb fractures (6:1 ratio).
- Femur fractures were the most common site (54.2%), followed by tibia (14.3%).
- Patients treated with internal fixation had shorter hospital stays (under 50 days) compared to conservative methods.
Conclusions:
- Internal fixation is advantageous for fracture treatment, offering quicker recovery.
- The procedure should be performed by experienced surgeons with adequate resources.
- Post-operative fever occurred in 31% of cases, not always indicating infection.