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In the management of certain closed fractures of the long bones, which method has gained support as an alternative to internal fixation?
In the management of certain closed fractures of the long bones, which method has gained support as an alternative to internal fixation?
- Intramedullary nail
- Tension band wiring
- Circular (Ilizarov) frame (correct)
- Metal plate held by screws
Which internal fixation method is specifically used for locking in the fracture site?
Which internal fixation method is specifically used for locking in the fracture site?
- Condylar screw-plate
- Transfixion screws (correct)
- Dynamic compression screw-plate
- Tension band wiring
When would internal fixation typically be advised as the method of choice for securing fracture immobilization?
When would internal fixation typically be advised as the method of choice for securing fracture immobilization?
- When conservative methods would not interfere with severe injuries
- When operating on a fracture is necessary for adequate reduction
- When early control of limb fractures is needed
- In an elderly patient with trochanteric hip fracture (correct)
Why are silver, iron, ordinary steel and nickelplated steel unsuitable for internal fixation of fractures?
Why are silver, iron, ordinary steel and nickelplated steel unsuitable for internal fixation of fractures?
Which method of internal fixation is most suitable for fractures near the middle of the shaft of long bones like the femur and tibia?
Which method of internal fixation is most suitable for fractures near the middle of the shaft of long bones like the femur and tibia?
In which scenarios would tension band wiring be most commonly used for internal fixation?
In which scenarios would tension band wiring be most commonly used for internal fixation?
What is the standard method of immobilization for most fractures?
What is the standard method of immobilization for most fractures?
Which material is stronger weight for weight than plaster for immobilization?
Which material is stronger weight for weight than plaster for immobilization?
What is used as a supportive device allowing continued function of the part?
What is used as a supportive device allowing continued function of the part?
What device involves continuous skeletal traction through a tibial pin and balanced suspension?
What device involves continuous skeletal traction through a tibial pin and balanced suspension?
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