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The principles of caring for patients with Ilizarov external fixation.
Nurs Stand
June 2009
Faculty of Health and Social Care, The University of Hull.
Article Synopsis
- External fixation plays a crucial role in managing complex fractures, with the Ilizarov technique being a specialized method using wires and a circular frame for stabilization.
- Ilizarov fixation serves multiple purposes, including fracture fixation, limb reconstruction, deformity correction, and limb lengthening.
- Patients must adapt to this long-term device, ensuring proper pin site care while also addressing potential psychosocial challenges.