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[Removal of plates and screws. Tips and tricks for problematic cases]
1Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Tübingen, Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstraße 95, 72076, Tübingen, Deutschland.
Der Unfallchirurg
|April 6, 2012
Summary
This article details surgical techniques for removing plates and screws, offering solutions for challenging implant removal scenarios. Skilled surgical performance ensures successful outcomes for plate and screw explantation.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Surgical techniques
Context:
- Plate and screw implants are common in orthopedic procedures.
- Implant removal (explantation) is sometimes necessary.
- Complications can arise during explantation.
Purpose:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of plate and screw explantation procedures.
- To offer practical tips and tricks for managing difficult implant removals.
- To guide surgeons toward efficient and successful implant removal.
Summary:
- This article outlines various methods for explanting plates and screws.
- It emphasizes techniques for handling complications such as screw damage or breakage.
- The focus is on ensuring a straightforward procedure even in complex cases.
Impact:
- Facilitates successful and less complicated implant removal for surgeons.
- Improves patient outcomes by addressing challenges in hardware removal.
- Contributes to the body of knowledge on orthopedic implant management.
