Is electromagnetic guidance system superior to a free-hand technique for distal locking in intramedullary nailing of tibial fractures? A prospective comparative study.

CONCLUSION: Both the FHT distal screwing technique and the EMGS distal screwing technique are highly effective methods for distal locking. The duration of operation, the duration of the fluoroscopy and radiation exposure were similar. FHT can be preferred for distal locking in conventional intramedullary nail applications, as it is effective, easy and inexpensive. PMID: 32185779 [PubMed - in process]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32185779?dopt=Abstract

Source: Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery : TJTES - February 29, 2020 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Aslan A, Konya MN, Gülcü A, Sargın S Tags: Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg Source Type: research