Application of monorail fixator for femoral gap nonunion

Chin J Traumatol. 2014;17(4):239-41.

Abstract

Difficult femoral nonunion takes account of infective nonunion and aseptic gap nonunion. Limb length discrepancy and nonunion need to be tackled simultaneously. Conventionally Ilizarov ring fixator is in vogue but it has some limitations. To overcome these, monorail fixator is an effective alternative. Persistent good results can be obtained if we can get a perfect anatomical alignment and good regeneration.

MeSH terms

  • External Fixators*
  • Femoral Fractures / surgery*
  • Fracture Fixation / instrumentation*
  • Fractures, Ununited / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Ilizarov Technique