Applications of external fixators to treat children fractures
- VernacularTitle:外固定支架在儿童骨折中的应用研究
- Author:
Dianying ZHANG
;
Baoguo JIANG
;
Zhongguo FU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Children;
Fracture;
Osteoepiphysis;
External fixator
- From:
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
2002;0(01):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To discuss the application value of external fixator to treat the fractures of children according to the characteristics of the fracture of chidren. Methods 25 cases of different complicated fractures of children were treated with external fixator from Jan,1999 to Aug.2001, and given function exercises in the earlier periode after operation. Results The mean follow up time was 10 months. All the fractures healed.The recovery of function was excellent in 88%cases.The long effect is to be observed. Conclusions Using of external fixator to treat the complicated unstable fractures of children can make definite reduction,help to observe and manage the limb and skin after operation,and greatly meet the needs of the fractures of children.The external fixator has a great clinical application value in treating different complicated fractures of children.
