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  • Title: The transfixational plaster cast technique.
    Author: Strecker W, Fleischmann W, Thorpe RG.
    Journal: Ann Soc Belg Med Trop; 1991 Jun; 71(2):129-37. PubMed ID: 1929597.
    Abstract:
    Unstable fractures of the forearm and leg as well as combined fractures of the arm and forearm are often difficult to treat adequately by closed reduction and plaster fixation. In tropical countries, however, open reduction is relatively contra-indicated because of increased risk of peri-operative infection, inadequate training of medical personnel, and lack of adequate equipment. Given these conditions, the use of the transfixational plaster cast offers an alternative which is simple, inexpensive, and with few complications. The principle and technique of the transfixational plaster cast are presented.
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