Application of a Custom-designed External Fixation Restorer for Pediatric Femoral Fractures
Abstract Background: Closed reduction of pediatric femoral shaft fractures is one of the most difficult types of partial fracture reductions. Open reduction increases the harm to children. Although smaller invasive open reduction is mostly used at present, it has an impact on the microenvironment around the fracture and results in increased intraoperative bleeding, an increased risk of postoperative infection and surgical scarring, which has a great psychological impact on children. Methods: Given the above challenges, we propose another intraoperative reduction method. The technique described involves closed reduction and internal fixation for pediatric femoral shaft fractures using a new type of intraoperative fixator. Result: This technique brings hope that the success rate of closed reduction for pediatric femoral shaft fractures can reach 100%. Conclution: The method is demonstrated in a patient.