Decreasing Complications of Quadricepsplasty for Knee Contracture after Femoral Fracture Treatment with an External Fixator: Report of Four Cases

Introduction: In performing quadricepsplasty for contracture that develops after application of an external fixator for femoral fractures, surgeons must be aware of the potential risk for re-fracture and pin-related problems. The purpose of this report is to highlight these not well-detailed compli...

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Main Authors: Naoya Kashiwagi, Masayasu Takahashi, Yasuhiro Saegusa, Mitsuaki Noda, Yoichi Seto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Indian Orthopaedic Research Group 2013-01-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
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Online Access:http://www.jocr.co.in/wp/2013/01/19/decreasing-complications-of-quadricepsplasty-for-knee-contracture-after-femoral-fracture-treatment-with-an-external-fixator-report-of-four-cases-2/