Frequency of infection in closed fractures managed by open osteosynthetic material and its outcome

[摘要] Abstract: Objectives: To know the frequency of infection in closed fractures fixed with osteosynthetic material and the effect of soft tissue injury score. Study Design: prospective study of 100 patients, having closed fractures of long bones. Methods: 100 patients having fractures of long bones fixed with osteosynthetic material and were followed for a period of one year for any infection. Results: A total of 78 patients could follow for one year and infection was noted in 5(6.5%) patients. Sta.

[学科分类] 外科医学