Abstract
The removal of a broken femoral nail due to refracture or nonunion is always a surgeon's challenge. Especially the distal fragment is often difficult to remove. We describe here another minimally invasive and safe method using the antegrade and retrograde approach to the femur.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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English Abstract
MeSH terms
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Bone Nails / adverse effects*
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Device Removal / methods*
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Femoral Fractures / surgery*
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Femur / surgery*
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Foreign Bodies / etiology*
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Foreign Bodies / surgery*
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures / methods*
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Prosthesis Failure
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Reoperation / methods
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Treatment Outcome