| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5653241 | Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma | 2016 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Nonunion of femoral shaft fracture is an uncommon complication after closed intramedullary nailing which often leading to nail breakage. Removal of the broken femoral nail with closed manner is a challenging procedure for orthopedic surgeons. The removal technique with the T-reamer is a closed method, which does not require either a nonunion site opening or knee exposing. We reported 3 cases of nonunion femoral shaft with broken slotted and non-slotted hollow nail which were successfully removed without any complication. All fractures healed uneventfully without open the fracture site or bone grafting.
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Authors
Wanjak Pongsamakthai, Theerachai Apivatthakakul, Thananit Sangkomkamhang,