Ultrasound-assisted external fixation: a technique for austere environments

Conclusions The current study results suggest that with minimal training, orthopaedic surgeons can use portable ultrasound to diagnose femur fractures, decide the appropriate external fixator configuration, and safely insert Schanz pins outside the zone of injury.
Source: Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps - Category: Journals (General) Authors: Tags: Radiology, Clinical diagnostic tests, Radiology (diagnostics), Trauma, Injury Original article Source Type: research