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Open Fractures Caused By High Velocity Missiles: The Outcome Of Treatment Of 39 Fractures Followed For 1-3 Years, M A. Khan, R Hussain, S H. Khan, M Umar Nov 1997

Open Fractures Caused By High Velocity Missiles: The Outcome Of Treatment Of 39 Fractures Followed For 1-3 Years, M A. Khan, R Hussain, S H. Khan, M Umar

Department of Surgery

Between 1993 and 1995, thirty-three patients having 39 fractures caused by missiles fired from a high velocity rifle were reviewed retrospectively between 1 and 3 years after injury and the outcome of treatment assessed. Majority (33 out of 39) were Grade III. Union was achieved in 35 out of 39 fractures, there was deep infection and delayed union in one case each. Non-union occurred in three fractures. The fractures were stabilized using different techniques, but highest complication rate was seen with the use of the static external fixator. This was related to the severe nature of the injury as well …


Protection With High-Pressure Irrigation Of Contaminated Wounds., Robert X. Murphy Jr, Md, Ms Jul 1997

Protection With High-Pressure Irrigation Of Contaminated Wounds., Robert X. Murphy Jr, Md, Ms

Department of Surgery

No abstract provided.


Re: Midpalmar Approach To The Carpal Tunnel: An Alternative To Endoscopic Release., Robert X. Murphy Jr, Md, Ms Jan 1997

Re: Midpalmar Approach To The Carpal Tunnel: An Alternative To Endoscopic Release., Robert X. Murphy Jr, Md, Ms

Department of Surgery

No abstract provided.