What are the advantages of external fixation

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Children's bones are fragile, far less than that of adults. Children's playing is easy to cause some accidents, so we need to use external fixation. Now let's talk about the advantages of external fixation.

What are the advantages of external fixation

First, the fracture external fixator is a method to fix both ends of the fracture in anatomical and functional position through the lateral skin with titanium needle, needle clip and connecting rod. Manipulative reduction and external fixation is a good fracture fixation at present, which fills the gap between plaster fixation and internal fixation.

Second, the fixation method is simple, stable, reliable and effective. It is convenient for dressing change and infection control. It can be used for early functional exercise. It is convenient for removal and does not need a second operation. Disadvantages: needle eye exudation, more infection, loose and broken fixed needle affect the effect, external device will affect the appearance of patients.

Third: preparation of operation area: the upper and lower parts of the fracture exceed the joint, and the upper and lower parts extend for 6cm to prepare the skin, especially the skin of the operation site and the upper and lower parts need to be washed with soapy water, and then washed with warm water. Pay attention not to shave the skin, and keep the skin of the operation field clean, so as not to delay the disease.

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When we need to use external fixation, we should consider the advantages and disadvantages of the modified technique. The disadvantages are relatively less, which will affect the appearance of patients, but there are many advantages. For example, this method is simple, stable and effective.