BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study is to present and validate a hinge-fxator technique for the treatment of open tibial fractures, which has advantages in application and the follow up period. METHODS: The technique was used in open tibia fractures of 14 adult patients. Using this method, initial anatomic reduction was achieved and temporary stability was obtained on the hinge-fxator after applications were completed. Patients' radiological and clinical results were analyzed using the Paley's criteria at the time of the last follow-up. RESULTS: Patients were brought in for followed up analysis over a 5.4 year period. According to Paley, two patients had 'good' and 12 patients had 'excellent' radiological results, while the functional result were excellent (n=13) and good (n=1), respectively. CONCLUSION: The hinge-fxator technique is a fast and easy method that contributes to shorter operation times, reduced radiation exposure, and more comfortable treatment periods. © 2013 TJTES.
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Demir, B., Sokucu, S., Ozden, E., Yavuz, U., Duman, S., & Kabukcuoglu, Y. S. (2013). A new application technique of circular fixator for the treatment of open tibial fractures: Circular fixator-hinge technique. Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, 19(6), 543–547. https://doi.org/10.5505/tjtes.2013.47936
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