Acute shortening and angulation for complex open fractures: an updated perspective
Summary:. Reestablishing an intact, healthy soft tissue envelope is a critical step in managing lower extremity injuries, particularly high-grade open tibia fractures. Acute shortening and angulation can be used independently or together to address complex soft tissue injuries, particularly when bon...
Main Authors: | Sarah N. Pierrie, MD, Michael J. Beltran, MD |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer
2023-07-01
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Series: | OTA International |
Online Access: | http://journals.lww.com/10.1097/OI9.0000000000000245 |
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