Title of article
Management of Comminuted Fractures of the Femur Using Circular External Fixation
Author/Authors
OSMAN, SHERIF A. Cairo University - Faculty of Medicine - Department of Orthopaedics, Egypt , ALINANI, WESSAM G. Cairo University - Faculty of Medicine - Department of Orthopaedics, Egypt , MANSOUR, ALY M. Cairo University - Faculty of Medicine - Department of Orthopaedics, Egypt
From page
237
To page
242
Abstract
Introduction: Multiple options are available for fixation of comminuted fractures of the femur. Using circular external fixator is a minimally invasive method for fracture stabilization, but there have been reports of high rates of complications. The aim of the study is to assess the effectiveness and safety of circular external fixation in the treatment of such fractures.
Keywords
Femur , Circular fixation , Comminuted.
Journal title
The Medical Journal of Cairo University
Journal title
The Medical Journal of Cairo University
Record number
2538201
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