Closed removal of a segmental intramedullary rod: a technical report.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
This report describes a technique for removal of a segmental broken intramedullary femoral rod. Using a closed, stacked wire technique, removal of the broken hardware can be accomplished in a relatively easy and expeditious manner.
Medical subject headings
- Femoral Fractures
- Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary
- Fractures, Ununited
- Reoperation
Anatomy
- femur