10.1055/b-0034-85582 2.5 Diaphyseal fractures Introduction Management Principles of operative treatment Further reading Author Klaus Dresing 2.5 Diaphyseal fractures 2.5.1 Introduction The diaphysis is the shaft section of a long bone….
10.1055/b-0034-85586 2.9 Multiple fractures/polytrauma patients Introduction Initial assessment—resuscitation room Immediate life-threatening conditions of the multiple-injury patient Definition of the patient’s condition Operating room—surgical strategy Intensive care unit—management Rehabilitation Conclusion Further…
10.1055/b-0034-85589 2.12 Bone grafting Indications Methods of bone stimulation Types of bone grafts Bone-graft substitutes General considerations Harvesting bone graft Future of bone grafting Conclusion Further reading Author Mamoun Kremli…
10.1055/b-0034-85591 2.14 Implant removal Indications for implant removal Risks of implant removal Techniques of implant removal Techniques for special problems Conclusion Author Graeme Groom 2.14 Implant removal 2.14.1 Introduction Implant…
10.1055/b-0034-85590 2.13 Complications Early complications Late complications Nonunion (aseptic) Malunion Conclusion Further reading Author Benjamin Ollivere 2.13 Complications 2.13.1 Early complications Complications may occur following the management of any fracture….
