Percutaneous removal of buried antegrade femoral nails.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Removal of a buried antegrade femoral nail can be challenging. The use of fluoroscopy with percutaneous guide-wire localization can be very helpful. A cannulated reamer can then provide adequate exposure of the tip of the nail with minimal dissection.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Nails
- Device Removal
- Femoral Fractures
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Orthopedic Procedures
Anatomy
- femur