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Outcomes and Analysis of Factors Affecting Bone Union after Interlocking Intramedullary Nailing in Segmental Tibia Fractures
Journal of the Korean Fracture Society ; : 275-283, 2013.
Article in Korean | WPRIM | ID: wpr-48533
ABSTRACT

PURPOSE:

To evaluate the radiological results and complications of interlocking intramedullary nailing for segmental tibia fractures. MATERIALS AND

METHODS:

Twenty-six patients (26 cases) who underwent interlocking intramedullary nailing for segmental tibia fractures between January 2003 and May 2011 were followed for more than one year. We evaluated the complications and statistically analyzed the factors influencing bone union, including open fracture, fracture site, reaming, postoperative angulation, and postoperative fracture gap.

RESULTS:

Nineteen cases (73%) achieved bone union with one operation at an average of 7 months (range, 5 to 11). Seven cases had secondary procedures before achieving union. Complications included 7 cases of nonunion, 3 cases of incomplete peroneal nerve injury, 2 cases of superficial infection, 1 case of compartment syndrome. Factors showing statistically significant differences were open fracture, postoperative angulation, and postoperative fracture gap. Factors showing no statistically significant difference were fracture site and reaming.

CONCLUSION:

Nonunion is the most common complication in interlocking intramedullary nailing for segmental tibia fractures. To minimize this complication, comprehension of surgical techniques to reduce anatomically and careful evaluation of the fracture are required.
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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Peroneal Nerve / Tibia / Compartment Syndromes / Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary / Fractures, Open Limits: Humans Language: Korean Journal: Journal of the Korean Fracture Society Year: 2013 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Peroneal Nerve / Tibia / Compartment Syndromes / Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary / Fractures, Open Limits: Humans Language: Korean Journal: Journal of the Korean Fracture Society Year: 2013 Type: Article