Research progress in internal fixation for treatment of pelvic anterior ring injury / 中国修复重建外科杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective: To review the research progress of the application of internal fixation (INFIX) in the treatment of pelvic anterior ring injuries. Methods: The recent literature about INFIX in the treatment of pelvic anterior ring injury concerning the surgery technique, biomechanical characteristics, indications, contraindications, advantages, complications, and effectiveness was extensively consulted, reviewed, and summarized. Results: INFIX is a relatively novel technique for the treatment of pelvic anterior ring injuries at present. The advantages include good biomechanical properties, extensive indications, minimally invasion, convenient nursing, less complications, and excellent effectiveness. Conclusion: It is a clinical method with obvious advantages and development potential for treatment of pelvic anterior ring injuries using INFIX, and further study is needed to improve its effectiveness.