Bent Tibial Nail with Refracture: A Cost-Effective Removal Method: A Case Report
Subodh Kumar Pathak1, Rakesh Kumar Gautam1, Rashid Anjum2
1Department of Orthopaedics, MM Deemed to be University, Ambala, India.
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|July 11, 2020
Summary
A bent tibial nail was successfully removed using an industrial drill bit after failed attempts, enabling revision surgery. This case highlights using industrial tools for challenging orthopedic implant removal.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Retained, bent tibial intramedullary nails pose significant extraction challenges.
- Previous fracture treatment complications can necessitate complex revision procedures.
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