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Distraction Support Reduces Operative Time and Blood Loss in Tibial Shaft Fracture Fixation
August 2025
Distraction Support Reduces Operative Time and Blood Loss in Tibial Shaft Fracture Fixation
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Application of the distraction support in intramedullary nailing treatment for tibial shaft fracture.
Chin J Traumatol. 2025 Jan 23;28(2):113–117.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Ninety two adult patients with closed tibial shaft fractures were randomized to receive intramedullary nailing with distraction support (DS) (n=46) or without DS (n=46). The primary outcome of interest was operative time. Secondary outcomes included blood loss, hospital stay, infection, delayed union, and malalignment. Outcomes were assessed up to 12 months postoperatively. Overall, the results of...
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