Removal of a bent intramedullary nail in lower extremity: report of two cases and review of removal techniques

Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2016 Feb;136(2):195-202. doi: 10.1007/s00402-015-2360-1. Epub 2015 Nov 5.

Abstract

Removal of a bent intramedullary nail (IMN) is a rare but challenging orthopedic problem. Several removal techniques have been described up to date; however, there is no extensive review and no algorithm to manage these cases in current literature. The purpose of this paper is to present two cases that presented with bent IMN and provide an algorithm for management of this rare complication.

Keywords: Bent; Broken; Complication; Femur; Intramedullary nailing; Tibia.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Bone Nails / adverse effects*
  • Device Removal / methods*
  • External Fixators
  • Female
  • Femoral Fractures / surgery*
  • Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Reoperation
  • Tibial Fractures / surgery*