Percutaneous iliosacral screw placement using a radiolucent drive

Acta Orthop Belg. 2012 Aug;78(4):519-22.

Abstract

Percutaneous iliosacral screw placement is a standard stabilisation technique for pelvic fractures. It is a demanding operative technique. Various methods of guidance are currently available. We present a quick and simple fluoroscopy-guided technique using a radiolucent drive designed for distal locking of intramedullary nails. From January 2008 to December 2009, 27 screws were inserted using this technique in 21 patients with a pelvic fracture. The rate of incorrect placement was 11%. This technique does not require highly specialised equipment and is precise in determining both the entry point and drill track.

MeSH terms

  • Bone Screws
  • Female
  • Fluoroscopy
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods*
  • Fractures, Bone / diagnostic imaging
  • Fractures, Bone / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Pelvic Bones / diagnostic imaging
  • Pelvic Bones / injuries*
  • Pelvic Bones / surgery*
  • Sacrum / diagnostic imaging
  • Sacrum / injuries*
  • Sacrum / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome