Overview of Trauma Fixation Techniques

The document outlines essential surgical approaches and instrumentation for trauma treatment, focusing on fixation methods and limb reconstruction.

1. Fixation Methods

• External Fixation: Use of external fixators including hybrid and monolateral types for stabilizing fractures.
• Internal Fixation: Includes nails, plates, and screws for direct bone stabilization.
• Limb Reconstruction: Techniques involving nails, plates, screws, and ligament reconstruction to restore limb function.
• Prosthesis Instruments: Tools and implants used for prosthetic reconstruction.

2. Indications

The primary indication highlighted is the treatment of diaphyseal femur fractures using intramedullary femur nails.

3. Intramedullary Femur Nail Features and Benefits

• Distal Targeting: Reduces X-ray exposure during distal locking procedures.
• Proximal Locking Screw Slot: Allows intraoperative fracture compaction.
• Smooth Titanium Surface: Facilitates easier implant removal.
• Distal Locking Options: Both static and dynamic locking enable controlled dynamization of the fracture site.

4. Instrumentation and Specifications

The nails come with radiolucent guides and cortical screws of different diameters (4.5 mm and 5 mm) and lengths (30 to 80 mm). Specific screws are designated for distal holes of 9 mm nails.

5. Product Codes and Dimensions

The document lists multiple nail sizes and codes, categorized by diameter (ranging from 9 mm to 12 mm, with 13 mm available on request) and length (320 mm to 445 mm). Both right and left side nails are available.

Critical Information and Best Practices

• Selection of nail diameter and length should be based on patient anatomy and fracture characteristics.
• Use of distal targeting reduces radiation exposure, improving surgical safety.
• Dynamic locking options support controlled fracture healing by allowing micromotion.
• Smooth titanium surface treatment is recommended to ease implant removal post-healing.

Contact and Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer: Citieffe
Address: Via Armaroli, 21, 40012 Calderara di Reno (BO), Italy
Contact: Tel +39 051 721850, Fax +39 051 721870
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.citieffe.com