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  • Title: Use of new bioabsorbable tacks and a tackshooter in cranial bone osteofixation saves operative time.
    Author: Spanio S, Ashammakhi N, Ilomäki J, Välimaa T, Rainer C, Waris T, Törmälä P, Ninkovic M.
    Journal: J Craniofac Surg; 2002 Sep; 13(5):693-6; discussion 697. PubMed ID: 12218800.
    Abstract:
    A new device (a tackshooter) to apply bioabsorbable tacks in craniofacial surgery has been developed. This new device was used in 15 children who underwent various cranioplasty procedures to demonstrate its reliability and simple technical application in cranial bone osteofixation. Bone segments were fixed together and to the cranial bones using Biosorb plates and tacks. Stable and secure fixation was obtained intraoperatively, with reduced operative time (10-15%) compared with earlier use of plates and screws. However, its use in very thin bone (<1 mm thick) is very limited because of bone fragility. In conclusion, use of tacks and a tackshooter reduces operative time, risk of infection and blood loss, and consequently costs. It is therefore very useful in selected craniofacial cases.
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