Abstract:

Closed antegrade intramedullary nailing is the current standard of care for the treatment of femoral shaft fractures. This technique has been shown to have excellent results demonstrated by a high rate of fracture union and the low incidence of infection. However, there are complications specific to antegrade intramedullary nailing, as well as specific injury patterns that make this treatment less attractive.

Authors:

Keith B. Hutchinson, MSIV, Thomas A. DeCoster, M.D., George A. Brown, M.D., Mark K. Crawford, M.D., Brian Robinson, M.D.

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