Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nailing of Pediatric Tibial Fractures

摘要

Most pediatric tibial shaft fractures (75%)1 can be treated nonoperatively; however, unstable and open fractures require surgical intervention. Titanium elastic nails have become a popular technique for fixation of pediatric tibial shaft fractures. They act as internal splints that impart relative stability to the fracture, promoting callus formation at the fracture site2.