Computer-assisted navigation of a complex femoral shaft fracture: Instruction in three steps – A technical note

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Claassen, L.^{a; *} | Hawi, N.^b | Ettinger, M.^a | Stukenborg-Colsman, Ch.^a | Liodakis, E.^b | Citak, M.^b

Affiliations: [a] Orthopaedic Department of the Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany | [b] Trauma Department of the Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany

Correspondence: [*] Correspending author: Leif Claassen, Orthopaedic Department of the Hannover Medical School, Anna-von-Borries-Str. 1-7, 30625 Hannover, Germany. E-mail: leif.claassen@ddh-gruppe.de.

Abstract: The procedure of computer-assisted navigation of femoral shaft fractures is well described. Nevertheless, its use is less common. An unclear disposal and longer operation times might be two reasons. The aim of this technical note is to render assistance concerning the ideal disposal of the setup.

Keywords: Femur shaft fracture, antetorsion, fracture reduction, internal fixation, computer-assisted navigation

DOI: 10.3233/THC-130763

Journal: Technology and Health Care, vol. 21, no. 6, pp. 631-639, 2013