Prevention and management of external fixator pin track sepsis.

Abstract

Pin track-associated complications are almost universal findings with the use of external fixation. These complications are catastrophic if it leads to the failure of the bone-pin interface and could lead to pin loosening, fracture non-union and chronic osteomyelitis. Strategies proposed for the prevention and management of pin track complications are diverse and constantly changing. Prevention of external fixation pin track infection is a complex and ongoing task that requires attention to detail, meticulous surgical technique and constant vigilance.

• Authors: Nando Ferreira, Leonard Charles Marais
• Journal: Strategies in trauma and limb reconstruction (Strategies Trauma Limb Reconstr) Vol. 7 Issue 2 Pg. 67-72 (Aug 2012) ISSN: 1828-8928 [Electronic] India
• PMID: 22729940 (Publication Type: Journal Article)