Retrograde nailing of femur: surgical technique with tibial traction.

García Crespo, R; Moro, E; Domínguez, I; Marco, F; López-Durán, L · J Orthop Trauma · 2004

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Abstract

A modified surgical technique for femoral retrograde nailing is described. A tibial skeletal traction in the proximal metaphysis is placed to obtain fracture reduction during surgery. This technique enables fracture control during the procedure, avoiding the need of an assistant.

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Anatomy