A Simple Method for Removal of the Distal Segment of a Broken Femoral Intramedullary Nail: A Case Report
Journal Title: Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal - Year 2012, Vol 6, Issue 2
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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KL Pan, Reuben PR
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- DOI 10.5704/MOJ.1207.011
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