Heat recordings at tips of Kirschner wires during drilling through human phalanges.
biomechanical · Level V
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Abstract
The temperature was recorded during drilling through fresh human cadaveric fingers with thermocouples built in the tips of Kirschner wires. High temperatures up to 190 degrees C were measured. This may contribute to osteonecrosis around the wires and to loosening and infections.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Wires
- Fingers
- Hot Temperature
Anatomy
- hand