Distal Tibia Nonunions

Lori K. Reed, Matthew A. Mormino

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Abstract

Although tibia metaphyseal nonunion is rare, its treatment is often complex. The merits of related management techniques are discussed. These techniques include: intramedullary nailing, fine wire fixation, and blade plate reconstruction, which is the method preferred by the authors.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)725-735
Number of pages11
JournalFoot and Ankle Clinics
Volume13
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2008

Keywords

  • Distal
  • Malunions
  • Nonunions
  • Tibia

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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