[Special reduction instruments]

Unfallchirurg. 2019 Feb;122(2):120-126. doi: 10.1007/s00113-018-0562-z.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Special and specialized instruments help perform reduction more effectively and in a tissue-preserving manner. In addition to other articles, the application and advantages of the following instruments are presented: colinear reduction forceps, cerclage, cerclage passer, distal radius reduction clamp, modular external fixator, extension table, distraction frame, joystick, manipulators, distractor and assistance of reduction with elastic nails.

Keywords: Cerclage; Distraction; Fixateur externe; Forceps; Surgical instruments.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • External Fixators*
  • Humans
  • Radius
  • Radius Fractures
  • Surgical Instruments