Three-dimensional printed cast assisted screw fixation of calcaneal fractures: a prospective study

Abstract Background Treatment of displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures (DIACFs) with percutaneous screw fixation remains defective in some aspects. A novel three-dimensional (3D) printed cast was devised to assist screw placement. This study assessed the radiological and functional outcomes...

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Main Authors: Qizhi Song, Tao Li, Huan Xia, Yan Li, Chengbin Feng, Yajun Lin, Huahong Wang, Jinbiao Hu, Qilong Jiang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-10-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-023-06927-4