[Direct skeletal traction by a wire with san olive-shaped plug]

Arch Putti Chir Organi Mov. 1990;38(1):99-103.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

A new method of treatment of dislocated fractures and apophyseal fractures, using direct traction by pins on the bone fragments, and cast is presented. The authors describe the technique employed and report the results of the 22 cases treated.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Bone Nails
  • Bone Wires*
  • Equipment Design
  • Female
  • Fracture Fixation
  • Fractures, Bone / therapy
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Traction / instrumentation*
  • Traction / methods