external fixation


ex·ter·nal fix·a·tion

fixation of fractured bones by splints, plastic dressings, or transfixion pins.

external fixation

Orthopedics Open reduction, stabilization and use of external fixators to manage fracture bone fragments Indications Open fracture with massive soft tissue damage; instant fixation in polytrauma; fractures with deficient bone stock, infection IF devices Fracture fixation, radius, tibia, pelvis, bone lengthening, Ilizarov device Complications Pin loosening and/or infection. Cf Internal fixation.

ex·ter·nal fix·a·tion

(eks-tĕr'năl fik-sā'shŭn) Fixation of fractured bones by splints, plastic dressings, or transfixion pins.