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3D13

Distal tibial fracture temporarily stabilized with the Galaxy Fixation™ system, using a transfixing pin in the calcaneus.

Equipment required
Q.tyCatalogue N.Description
1

99-93040

 

LARGE DOUBLE MULTISCREW CLAMP STERILE

2

99-93030

 

LARGE-MEDIUM TRANSITION CLAMP STERILE

2

93010

 

LARGE CLAMP

2

932350

 

ROD D 12 MM L 350 MM

1

932010

 

SEMI CIRCULAR ROD D 12 MM SMALL

1

99-911540

 

XCALIBER BONE SCREW STERILE L150/40MM THREAD D6.0-5.6MM

1

99-92080

 

TRANSFIXING PIN, THREAD L 80 MM STERILE SHAFT D 4MM, THREAD D 5MM

Operative techniques

Galaxy Fixation System - Lower Extremities

Quick reference guides

The XCaliberTM Cylindrical Bone Screws - Insertion Technique

Videos
Galaxy FixationTM - Surgical Video - Power Drill
Instructions for use

PQ_EXF - Orthofix External Fixation System

PQ_GAL_PART1-2 - Orthofix Galaxy Fixation System

PQ_ISP - Orthofix Fixation System Medical Devices

PQ_SCR - Orthofix Bone Screws for External Fixation System

PQ_SUO - Risks Due to the Re-Use of "Single Use" Device

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FROM THE BLOG

Post-Operative Management of Deformity Correction Surgery with External Fixation

2023-11-09

The successful outcome of a deformity correction with external fixation surgery relies also on a meticulous post-operative management approach. It is critical to optimal healing and the restoration of functionality. Wound care, pain control, rehabilitation exercises, monitoring of complications, and regular follow-ups are integral to a faster recovery.[1]

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Weight Bearing and Dynamization

2021-11-17

Weigh bearing is considered a significant clinical issue particularly when an external fixator has been applied to a lower limb. If mechanical stability is in fact a mandatory condition for promoting fracture healing, other key components for a full recovery of the bone are early weight bearing and dynamization.

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