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Clinical Outcomes of the Tibia Segmental Fractures Treated by Intramedullary Nail Using Various Reduction Techniques
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Oog Jin Shon, Ji Hoon Shin, Chul Wung Ha
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J Korean Fract Soc 2013;26(1):50-55. Published online January 31, 2013
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2013.26.1.50
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We evaluated the clinical outcomes of tibia segmental fractures treated by intramedullary nailing using various reduction techniques.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
From January 2003 to June 2009, 18 segmental tibial fracture patients treated by intramedullary nail were enrolled with a minimum 12-month follow-up. The mean follow-up was 38 months (range 15-72). According to the AO classification, the fractures were types 42C2.1, 42C2.2, and 42C2.3 in four, ten, and four patients, respectively. Ten fractures were closed and eight were open. We used various techniques for reduction during operation and investigated bone union time and complication (non-union, malunion etc.).
RESULTS
Bone grafting was performed in three patients. Complete union was achieved in all patients. The mean time for union was 16.3 weeks (range 12-21), except in three delayed union patients. All radiological evaluations showed good alignment (less than 5 degree) except in two patients; and the mean deformity angle was 2.2 degree. Knee range of motion (ROM) was 129 degree, and ankle ROM was 68 degree. Local wound infection occurred in two patients.
CONCLUSION
Intramedullary nailing is a successful method in the acute management of segmental tibial fractures, if accompanied by appropriate reduction technique.
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