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The third generation monolateral external fixators such as the dynamic axial fixator (Orthofix srl, Verona, Italy) have led to improved patient care and a resurgence of interest in external fixation techniques (Hull et al 1997 Hay et al 1998, Saleh and Rees 1995). Of particular merit is the 6mm tapered screw design and bimodal characteristics of the fixator body which may be converted from rigid to dynamic support. Over a number of years of clinical trials, the 6mm cortical tapered screws have provided strong durable fixation in diaphyseal bone. Osteolysis and infection are rare events, provided that good surgical technique is adhered to and the screws are inserted in the centre of the bone.
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Saleh, M., El Shazley, M. (2000). Hybrid External Fixation in Tibial Trauma. In: De Bastiani, G., Apley, A.G., Goldberg, A. (eds) Orthofix External Fixation in Trauma and Orthopaedics. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-0691-3_28
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