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Alternative method for removing an impacted AO intramedullary nail.

W Yoslow, J G LaMont

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Impacted femoral nail removal can be challenging. A novel technique using vise-grip pliers to reshape the nail was successful, avoiding femur splitting.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic surgery
    • Biomedical engineering

    Background:

    • Intramedullary femoral nails are commonly used for fracture fixation.
    • Standard removal techniques (e.g., AO technique) are generally effective.

    Observation:

    • A 28-year-old male experienced impaction of an intramedullary femoral nail during removal.
    • Approximately one-third of the nail was removed before impaction occurred.

    Findings:

    • A non-standard technique involving vise-grip pliers was employed to remove the impacted nail.
    • The pliers were used to twist the nail, deforming it into a "cigar-wrapper" shape.
    • This method allowed for the nail's eventual removal.

    Implications:

    • This technique offers an alternative for managing impacted intramedullary femoral nails.
    • It may prevent the need for more destructive procedures like femur splitting or sawing.
    • Consideration of this method is warranted in complex nail removal scenarios.

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