A guide to an improvised femoral traction splint in a resource-limited setting.

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作者信息

Swanepoel S, Bonner B, Salence B, Evans K, Maqungo S, Kauta N

机构信息

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mitchells Plain Hospital, Cape Town 7785, South Africa.

Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town 7935, South Africa.

出版信息

Afr J Emerg Med. 2021 Jun;11(2):248-251. doi: 10.1016/j.afjem.2021.02.007. Epub 2021 Apr 5.

DOI:10.1016/j.afjem.2021.02.007

PMID:33859927

原文链接:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8027528/

Abstract

A femoral traction splint is a mechanical device that uses traction to align and provide stability to femoral fractures. The use of this device has many benefits however there is still limited availability in low- and middle-income countries. This article provides the reader with a step by step guide to improvise a femoral traction splint built from recyclable materials readily available in most hospitals. The authors' concept will give patients access to a potentially life-saving device in a resource-limited setting.

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