Transport over a flexible nail to treat a tibial defect caused by shelling injury: A case report of a 13-year-old child.

Introduction: The care of tibial traumatic fractures brought on by shelling injuries is extremely difficult, as these fractures are frequently comminuted, leading to a bone defect, extensive soft tissue damage, and an increased risk of bacterial contamination.

Case Presentation: A 13-year-old male presented with trauma to the right leg following a shelling injury. He had a Gustilo IIIa open fracture with soft tissue destruction and a 7.