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3B7

Articular fracture of distal femur. Minimal internal fixation with the Fragment Fixation System to stabilize the fragments. Used in conjunction with additional external fixation where indicated.

Equipment required
Q.tyCatalogue N.Description
1

W2255

 

FFS LARGE IMPLANTS L 120/55 MM THREAD D 2.2 MM (PACK OF 4)

1

W2200

 

FFS LARGE WASHERS (PK OF 4)

Quick reference guides

One-Step Fracture Fixation - The Fragment Fixation System

Videos
The Orthofix Fragment Fixation System
Instructions for use

PQ_EXF - Orthofix External Fixation System

PQ_INF - Orthofix Internal Fixation System

PQ_ISP - Orthofix Fixation System Medical Devices

PQ_SUO - Risks Due to the Re-Use of "Single Use" Device

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FROM THE BLOG

Internal Fixation vs External Fixation

2021-05-22

A typical question that a surgeon has to face when deciding the treatment of a bony injury is when to use internal fixation instead of external fixation. A common answer is “when the patient is compliant, with sufficient bone and soft tissue quality, and presents less complex fractures”. Surgeon’s expertise and preference may also affect the final surgical plan.

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