A simple laser guide to reduce the screening time during the insertion of dynamic hip screws.
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Abstract
A simple laser pointer can be used to guide the radiographer to position the image intensifier during the insertion of a dynamic hip screw in the treatment of fractures of the trochanteric area of the proximal femur. This significantly reduces the screening time and, by implication, the amount of radiation for the theatre staff and patient.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Screws
- Hip Fractures
- Intraoperative Care
- Lasers
- Radiographic Image Enhancement