Alexander von Glinski, Sven Frieler, Ronen Blecher, Kajsa Mayo, Cara Beth Lee, Emre Yilmaz, Jens R Chapman, Rod J Oskouian, Shane Tubbs, Thomas A Schildhauer
BACKGROUND: Increasing numbers of unstable pelvic ring fractures, due to the ongoing demographic change and improvements in the rescue of high-energy traumatic events, are challenging trauma and orthopedic surgeons. While initial installation of an external fixation device is often necessary, placement of iliac crest pins can be difficult due to the complex osteology of the ilium. HYPOTHESIS: We aim to analyze (1) the length, localization and angulation of the iliac pillar and (2) to define the dimensions of the surgical corridor for a better understanding of pin entry point and trajectory, thus preventing shortcomings in anterior external fixation of pelvic ring injuries...
September 2020: Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Surgery & Research: OTSR