A dozen papers from a May 1993 symposium in Atlanta, Georgia, in which clinicians explain what requirements they seek in devices they use to repair or replace fractured bone, and bioengineers and manufacturers explain what they can do and what information the need to do more. They cover screws, mate

A comprehensive reference on radiologic appearance, uses and complications of orthopedic devices, for radiologists, orthopedists, physicians, and students.

A retrospective analysis of data from a series of animal studies using the same animal model and methods of evaluation along with one prospective series of animals, provided comparable data on 83 dogs from 0 to 24 weeks post fracture. Closed diaphyseal fractures of the radius were created in 83 adult mongrel dogs. Forty-five were plated with 6 hole DCP stainless steel compression plates and 38 were plated with freeze-dried allograft bone plates. Mechanical evaluation of the strength of the healing bones was carried out at 0, 2, 4, 6, 12, and 24 weeks post fracture and analysis of the mode of failure, the location of failure and correlation with the strength of failure and time post fracture were evaluated for each different type of fixation. Both, the stainless steel and alloplated groups were divided into two subgroups: 1) refracture was carried out after removal of the fixation screws, and 2) refracture was carried out with the plates and screws intact. In the stainless steel plated animals at refracture, if the plates were removed: up to 4 weeks post injury, 100% of the refractures occurred through the fracture site (0% through screw holes); at 8 weeks, 50% (and 50%); at 12 weeks, 0% (and 100%); at 24 weeks, 75% (and 25%). In the stainless steel plated group where the plates were left intact at refracture, most of the refractures occurred at screw holes within the first 8 weeks postfracture, and by 24 weeks, the plates bent but remained attached to the bone, crushing the fracture site. In alloplated bones after screw removal, the refractures occurred at the fracture site consistently over the first 4 weeks; through screw holes at 8 weeks; and with mixed results at 12 and 24 weeks. If the screws were left intact at refracture in the alloplated group, 100% of the refractures occurred through the fracture site at 0 weeks, but from 8 weeks on, refractures were mixed In the stainless steel plated groups, whether the plate was left intact or whether the screws were removed, the refracture strength at screw holes never exceeded 50% of the original strength of the bone.

Offers a long-awaited Second Edition of this comprehensive, state-of-the-art reference for fracture repair in horses The Second Edition of Equine Fracture Repair has been thoroughly revised and updated to present the most current information on fracture repair in horses. Written to be accessible, the text is logically arranged, presenting the most authoritative information on equine fracture repair with explanations of the expected outcomes. The book provides valuable insight as to whether a fracture should be repaired, the degree of difficulty of the procedure, and a wealth of practical information on surgical techniques. This fully revised Second Edition offers a valuable tool for veterinarians making clinical decisions when faced with horse fractures, covering emergency care and splinting, the most current innovative techniques in equine fracture repair, and new implant systems. With contributions from leading experts in the field, the revised edition continues to be the essential reference to the subject. This essential resource: Offers a revised edition of the most comprehensive reference on the repair of fracture in horses, with complete information on patient assessment, emergency splinting and casting, and guidance in treatment choices Includes contributions from leading experts in the field Presents information organized by fracture type for quick access Provides valuable outcome assessment with helpful discussions of the degree of difficulty to aid in case management, incorporating information on the newest techniques and implant systems Concludes with extensive information on the identification and management of complications associated with fractures and repair methods This revised and updated edition of Equine Fracture Repair continues to provide a comprehensive resource for understanding the most effective and current techniques available for the treatment of fractures in horses.

An excellent manual covering the biomedical aspects of Fracture Fixations in a very concise and lucid manner. The techniques and implants involved in the management of fracture have been discussed in detail. The simple sketches and descriptions will help the students and trainee to easily understand the basic and scientific rationals of modern operative fracture treatment. About the Author : - AJ Thakur, MS (Ortho), FCPS D.Ortho, Prof. of Orthopaedic Surgery, G.S. Medical College, Parel, Mumbai, India.