Internal Fixation is primarily used in all except:
Correct Answer: Compound fractures
Description: Usual treatment for open fractures is debridement (more impoant) and external fixator. Compound fractures treatment depend upon wound size and time duration since injury.Usually compound fractures fall into category >=III A Type and Method of fixation: Grade I Debridement and internal fixation by intramedullary nail and plate. Grades II, IIIA Within 6 hours of injury same as Grade I. After 6 hours same as grades IIIB and IIIc. Grades III B, III C Debridement and external fixation
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