A Simple Method for Removal of the Distal Segment of a Broken Femoral Intramedullary Nail: A Case Report
- Author:
KL Pan
;
Reuben PR
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Broken intramedullary nail, removal of distal segment
- From:Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal
2012;6(2):66-68
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
We report a method for removing the distal segment of a
broken locked intramedullary nail secondary to nonunion of
the femur following radiotherapy for fibromatosis. A
Kirschner wire with one tip fashioned into a hook was used
to remove the distal segment without opening with the nonunion site. Details of the procedure are described.
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