Paediatric infected non-union of an open femoral diaphyseal fracture: the role of temporary locking plate and bone graft substitute

Chronic osteomyelitis is a complication of open fractures in children especially in rural areas. It is difficult to treat, and it may lead to infected non-union. We present a case of an open fracture Gustillo-Anderson grade IIIa complicated with chronic osteomyelitis. He presented with non-union six...

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Main Authors: Kow, Ren Yi, Ab Rahman, Zamri, Chooi, Leng Low, Mor Japar Khan, Ed Simor Khan, Jaya Kumar, Ruben
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Crimson Publishers 2018
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