1999•Journal of Orthopaedic TraumaRequires access

Tibial Fracture During Removal of a Tibial Intramedullary Nail

Dewey H. Jones, Greg Schmeling

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SUMMARY: As tibial intramedullary nailing becomes the preferred treatment for tibial shaft fracture, removal of tibial nails will become more common. Removal of tibial intramedullary nails is not without complications, but a review of the literature found only one recent report of a fracture of the tibia during removal. A case report of a tibial fracture during removal of an Alta tibial nail is presented.

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Key concepts: Intramedullary rod, Medicine, Tibial fracture, Tibia, Surgery, Tibia Fracture, Nail (fastener), Distal tibia