Use of an F-clamp for fracture reduction during closed intramedullary nailing of the femur.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Reduction of a femoral shaft fracture before introducing a guidewire may be difficult, and time consuming. We report the use of a clamp to facilitate reduction and reduce exposure of the operator to radiation.
Medical subject headings
- Femoral Fractures
- Femur
- Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary