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Bullet Fragment Retrieval During Intramedullary Nailing: A Report of 2 Cases
Jordan Cook Serotte1, Cathleen Cahill, Jason A Strelzow
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois.
A novel technique using the Babcock Laparoscopic Endopath effectively removed metallic fragments blocking intramedullary fixation in long bone fractures. This minimally invasive approach offers a cost-effective solution for challenging retained projectile cases.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Techniques
Background:
- Ballistic fractures can result in retained metallic fragments within the medullary canal, complicating orthopedic fixation.
- Conventional methods may be inadequate for removing deeply lodged or grasp-resistant fragments, necessitating alternative approaches.
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