Electromagnetic metal localization for removal of retained hardware in children.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Retained hardware embedded deep in soft tissues or overgrown with bone poses a challenge to the surgeon assigned to its removal. A prototype of a hand-held electromagnetic metal detector-locater was used to localize retained hardware. Stainless-steel pins, screws, plates, and staples were located in 21 consecutive hardware removal procedures in 19 pediatric patients. Time to find the hardware, length of incision, blood loss, tissue maceration, and operative time were minimized. This preliminary study suggests that a metal locater may be a valuable tool when retained hardware is not palpable or readily apparent.
Medical subject headings
- Electromagnetic Phenomena
- Internal Fixators
- Metals