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External fixation as a secondary procedure.

A K Hedley, M L Bernstein

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    External skeletal fixation effectively treats non-union fractures when primary treatments fail. Careful pin care is crucial to minimize pin tract issues, especially with weight-bearing.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic surgery
    • Traumatology

    Background:

    • Secondary treatment for fracture non-union is often necessary.
    • Infection complicates a significant portion of these cases.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of external skeletal fixation (ESF) as a secondary treatment for fracture non-union.
    • To assess infection rates and pin tract complications associated with ESF.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 22 patients treated with ESF for fracture non-union.
    • Follow-up evaluation for a minimum of one year post-treatment.

    Main Results:

    • 95% of fractures achieved union with ESF.
    • No recurrent infections were observed.

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  • Pin tract problems were frequent, particularly with unrestricted weight-bearing.

    • Conclusions:

    • External skeletal fixation is an effective secondary treatment for fracture non-union.
    • Close monitoring of pin insertion and management is essential.
    • Weight-bearing restrictions may reduce pin tract complications.