Unilateral External Fixation Experience with the ASIF “Tubular” Frame
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Abstract
About 70% of all external fixators are currently used for the management of severe open or infected lower extremity lesions. Following the suggestions of Adrey (1970) and Vidal et al (1976), most are applied as bilateral frames (Fig. 1). This means that two or more parallel transfixion pins inserted into each major bone fragment are connected by parallel rods on each side of the leg.
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Principal Fixator Component Full Weight Bearing Ankle Motion Partial Weight Bearing Open Tibial Fracture
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