Fracture Fixation and Implants

Surgical management of diaphyseal fractures can be challenging.
The NAS-ILN showed greater stiffness in compression and 4-point bending.
The smallest appropriate pin should be considered for standard surgical repair of tibial tuberosity avulsion fractures.
Fracture fixation with a LP would provide the greatest strength in humeral fracture repairs in the rabbit.
Dowel pinning offers a simple and cost-effective fixation method
The authors also offer practical guidance based on their own clinical experience.