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Rang retractors for sciatic notch exposure during pelvic osteotomy.
S Thomas1, T Theologis, A M Wainwright
1Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Headington, Oxford, England, UK.
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British Volume
|March 19, 2005
Summary
Simple retractors effectively expose the sciatic notch during Salter innominate osteotomy. These versatile surgical tools are also beneficial for other procedures requiring similar anatomical exposure.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Surgical Instrumentation
Background:
- The Salter innominate osteotomy is a surgical procedure to treat hip dysplasia.
- Adequate exposure of the sciatic notch is crucial for the success of this surgery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a pair of simple yet effective retractors designed for sciatic notch exposure.
- To highlight the versatility of these retractors for various surgical procedures.
Main Methods:
- The study describes the design and application of paired retractors.
- The retractors are specifically utilized during Salter innominate osteotomy.
Main Results:
- The presented retractors provide effective exposure of the sciatic notch.
- These instruments have proven useful in a broad spectrum of surgical interventions.
Conclusions:
- The described retractors are valuable tools for orthopedic surgeons.
- The design offers a simple and effective solution for achieving critical surgical exposure.