Use of Cable Ties for Temporary Fixation in Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Femoral Shaft Fracture

Authors

  • Teeranit Praphruetkit, M.D. Division of Orthopedic Surgery, Somdetphraphutthalertla Hospital, Samut Songkram

Keywords:

Rice business, Pookpintokao Project, AEC

Abstract

     Cable ties are primarily used in electric or industrial wrap to facilitate in self-locking fastening. hey provide good strength and easiness to lock objects. No report has shown the use of cable ties in orthopedic treatments. This report presents a case of closed, displaced comminuted and oblique fracture of femoral shaft. The cable ties were used for temporary fixation of the fracture fragments prior to an application of plate fixation. They provided the good stability and practicality maintained the reduction without employing other kinds of fixation tools. Therefore they consumed minimal time for temporary fixation. After the operation, no infection was detected. In addition, normal bone healing was shown in x-rays findings.

Author Biography

Teeranit Praphruetkit, M.D., Division of Orthopedic Surgery, Somdetphraphutthalertla Hospital, Samut Songkram

Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery

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Published

2018-05-10

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Praphruetkit T. Use of Cable Ties for Temporary Fixation in Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Femoral Shaft Fracture. Reg 4-5 Med J [internet]. 2018 May 10 [cited 2026 Feb. 23];36(1):40-7. available from: https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/reg45/article/view/123164

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Case Report