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The use of dual C-arms during fixation of calcaneal fractures: a technique tip.

Authors :
Abousayed MM
Toussaint RJ
Kwon JY
Source :
Foot & ankle specialist [Foot Ankle Spec] 2014 Jun; Vol. 7 (3), pp. 208-10. Date of Electronic Publication: 2013 Dec 10.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Unlabelled: We describe a simple technique using dual C-arms (large and mini C-arm together) for open reduction internal fixation of calcaneal fractures in the lateral decubitus position that (1) decreases the difficulty of obtaining proper intraoperative imaging; (2) limits C-arm movement, which decreases risk of contamination and operative time; and (3) minimizes the drawbacks of each imaging fluoroscopic modality.<br />Levels of Evidence: Level V, Technical tip, Expert opinion.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1938-7636
Volume :
7
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Foot & ankle specialist
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
24334367
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/1938640013514268