A reduction clamp for an aiming component in associated acetabular fractures

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic surgery
• Trauma surgery
• Surgical instrumentation

Background:

• Acetabular fracture treatment is challenging, often requiring specialized tools.
• Existing instruments for acetabular fracture reduction have limitations.
• A need exists for improved reduction clamps for specific acetabular fracture types.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce a new acetabular clamp designed for improved reduction and fixation.
• To evaluate the preliminary clinical application of this novel clamp.

Main Methods:

• Development of a new acetabular clamp.
• Preliminary clinical use in three cases of T-shaped acetabular fractures.

Main Results:

• The new clamp effectively reduces and maintains reduction of the posterior column to the anterior column.
• An integrated aiming plate facilitates the insertion of long lag screws.
• The clamp is user-friendly, with easy assembly and operation.

Conclusions:

• The novel acetabular clamp is a valuable tool for open reduction and internal fixation of acetabular fractures.
• This instrument simplifies complex surgical procedures.
• It offers advantages in managing specific acetabular fracture patterns.