Circular frames in the management of infected tibial non-union: a modification of the Papineau technique.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
We have treated five patients with an infected non-union of the tibia by a modification of the Papineau technique, consisting of a wound microenvironment chamber and bone stabilization with a circular frame. In all cases bone union and elimination of infection was achieved.
Medical subject headings
- Bacterial Infections
- External Fixators
- Fractures, Ununited
- Tibial Fractures