Non-unions and wound infections do not differ following intramedullary nailing and plate osteosynthesis for distal third femur fractures: a meta-analysis

Purpose: The fixation method of distal, extra-articular femur fractures is a controversially discussed. To ensure better stability itself, earlier mobilization and to prevent blood loss – all these are justifications for addressing the femur via reamed intramedullary nailing (RIMN). Anatomical repos...

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Main Authors: Andreas Frodl, Johannes Hauss, Andreas Fuchs, Markus Siegel, Hagen Schmal, Jan Kühle
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Bioscientifica 2024-03-01
Series:EFORT Open Reviews
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Online Access:https://eor.bioscientifica.com/view/journals/eor/9/3/EOR-22-0140.xml