[Classical and modified intramedullary nailing in osteomyelitis pseudoarthroses].
13 cases of osteomyelitic pseudarthroses following injury were treated by the authors, by means of intramedullary nailing. 5 of these patients already cured are introduced in detail in the article. Intramedullary nailing in the classic manner and its modification, using bolts as well, were performed alike. The authors have a favourable impression after these series. No septic complication occured. Intramedullary nailing is a good method in the management of this serious sequel to fracture treatment.
[Classical and modified intramedullary nailing in osteomyelitis pseudoarthroses]. 13 cases of osteomyelitic pseudarthroses following injury were treated by the authors, by means of intramedullary nailing. 5 of these patients already cured are introduced in detail in the article. Intramedullary nailing in the classic manner and its modification, using bolts as well, were performed alike. The authors have a favourable impression after these series. No septic complication occured. Intramedullary nailing is a good method in the management of this serious sequel to fracture treatment.