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["Tension band"-osteosynthesis (author's transl)]
Zentralblatt Fur Chirurgie
|January 1, 1978
Summary
Tension-band osteosynthesis offers functional stability for complex fractures, including those near joints and in hands, feet, and children, where traditional implants are unsuitable.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Trauma management
- Skeletal fixation techniques
Context:
- Fracture management challenges
- Limitations of traditional implants (plates, screws)
- Need for versatile osteosynthesis methods
Purpose:
- Evaluate early outcomes of tension-band osteosynthesis
- Assess functional stability in complex fracture cases
- Determine applicability in challenging anatomical locations
Summary:
- Presents early results from 365 patients undergoing tension-band osteosynthesis
- Demonstrates successful functional stability achievement
- Highlights efficacy in fractures unsuitable for conventional hardware, including periarticular, hand, foot, and pediatric fractures
Impact:
- Expands treatment options for complex fractures
- Offers a viable alternative when plates/screws fail
- Improves outcomes in challenging orthopedic cases