Journal of orthopaedic trauma
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To describe the associated injuries, demographic distribution, and management of patients sustaining open clavicle fractures. ⋯ Open clavicle fractures are a rare injury. Patients often have associated pulmonary and cranial injuries. Ipsilateral upper extremity and shoulder girdle injuries are common, whereas concomitant neurologic and vascular injuries are infrequent. The majority of patients have rapid and uneventful healing of their fractures after surgical treatment.
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Comparative Study
Bacterial adherence to tantalum versus commonly used orthopedic metallic implant materials.
Evaluation of bacterial adhesion to pure tantalum and tantalum-coated stainless steel versus commercially pure titanium, titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V), and grit-blasted and polished stainless steel. ⋯ Because bacterial adhesion is an important predisposing factor in the development of clinical implant infection, tantalum may offer benefits as an adjunct or alternative material compared with current materials commonly used for orthopedic implants.
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This report describes a technique for removal of a broken interlocking intramedullary nail with a small diameter and narrow hollow using a modified smooth guide wire.
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical safety and efficacy of using S2 iliosacral screws for pelvic fracture fixation. ⋯ S2 iliosacral screw fixation is a safe and effective technique. However, it should be used with caution in patients with suspected pelvic osteopenia. Furthermore, any S2 screw with questionable purchase should be removed and an alternative fixation method selected.