Functional Outcome of Open Tibial Fracture Using Illizarov Apparatus

Abhishek Choukse

Sree Balaji Medical College & Hospital Chenn AI 600044, India.

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Abstract

The better treatment for tibial fractures are very vague and difficult. Since the tibia is covered by soft tissue coverage fixing of plate becomes very difficult as it creates wound complications, mainly in case of severe fractures.In this study of 20 cases of open communited fractures of tibia with the Ilizarov ring fixator hybrid technique was used, it was found that this technique has a major advantages in treatment and management of the tibial fracture.

Keywords: Tibia, soft tissue, fractures


How to Cite

Choukse, A. (2021) “Functional Outcome of Open Tibial Fracture Using Illizarov Apparatus”, Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 33(41A), pp. 62–65. doi: 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i41A32302.