Use of retrograde intrameduilary interlocking nail for the treatment of distal femoral fracture with analysis 52 cases
- VernacularTitle:逆行交锁髓内钉治疗股骨远端骨折52例分析
- Author:
Xuehai CAI
;
Luping CHEN
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Femoral fractures;
Fracture fixation,intramedullary
- From:
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy
2008;15(7):1121-1122
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To summarize the clinical effects of retrograde intramedullary nail in treating distal femora| fracture. Methods Retrospectively analysed 52 cases of intereondyiar and supracondylar fracture of femur treated with retrograde intrameduUary nail. Results All cases were followed up for 6 to 24 months. All fracture were union except 2 reoperations cases had delay union. Conclusion Retrograde intrameduUary nail has supreme biological stability and allowed early exercise. It also can shorten operation time, reduce damage of periosteum and reduce delay union rate.
