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Intramedullary Nailing

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A thorough understanding of the fracture’s morphology, patient condition, the indications and the limitations of the available implants and an honest insight of the skills and limitations of the surgeons are of paramount importance for a successful nailing procedure. The availability of different nail types and designs can have a major impact on the decision whether to use an intramedullary nail for a certain fracture. The choice of patient’s position prior to nailing can be crucial to the success of the procedure and should be an integral part of the plan. The correct entry portal, an appropriate nail diameter and adequate locking options are essential for correct fracture alignment and stabilization.

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  1. Orthopaedic Trauma Unit, Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center, 12000, Jerusalem, 91120, Israel

    Yoram A. Weil MD & Rami Mosheiff MD, PhD

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Weil, Y.A., Mosheiff, R. (2015). Preoperative Planning. In: Rommens, P., Hessmann, M. (eds) Intramedullary Nailing. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-6612-2_5

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