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. 1983 Nov:(180):15-22.

External fixation. Historic review, advantages, disadvantages, complications, and indications

T D Sisk
  • PMID: 6354542

External fixation. Historic review, advantages, disadvantages, complications, and indications

T D Sisk. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1983 Nov.

Abstract

The immobilization of fracture fragments by the insertion of pins connected externally by plaster, metal devices, or other appliances is not a new concept. In the past two centuries external fixation has enjoyed long periods of enthusiastic use alternating with intervals of total disrepute.

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