Abstract
Small external fixators have been developed for use in the hand and wrist. The main indications are stabilization of open or infected fracture or non- union of the metacarpals and phalanges; length maintenance in segmental bone loss; and distraction-lengthening of the fingers. The device may be used also for articular or periarticular fracture, closed diaphyseal fracture in adults, fracture in children, various arthrodeses, or corrective osteotomies.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 77-82 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Clinical orthopaedics and related research |
Issue number | 293 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 1993 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine