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[Stabilizing the open fracture with the external fixator].

P Hoffmeyer1

  • 1Clinique d'orthopédie et de chirurgie de l'appareil moteur, Hôpital cantonal universitaire, Genève.

Helvetica Chirurgica Acta
|May 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

External fixation is crucial in trauma care for open fractures and severe soft tissue injuries. This technique aids bone healing or serves as a temporary measure before internal fixation.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Trauma management

Context:

  • External fixation is a cornerstone of modern trauma care.
  • Its application extends beyond open fractures to include severe closed soft tissue injuries like contusions and burns.

Purpose:

  • To review external fixation techniques in trauma.
  • To emphasize critical aspects such as pin placement, fixator geometry, minimal internal fixation, and staged removal.

Summary:

  • The review highlights the versatility of external fixation.
  • It can be employed for definitive bone union or as a temporary solution, facilitating a transition to internal fixation after soft tissue healing.

Impact:

  • Optimizing external fixation techniques improves patient outcomes in trauma.
  • This approach offers flexibility in managing complex fractures and associated soft tissue damage.

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