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Internal Fixators
Medical Definition: | Internal devices used in osteosynthesis to hold the position of the fracture in proper alignment. By applying the principles of biomedical engineering, the surgeon uses metal plates, nails, rods, etc., for the correction of skeletal defects. |
Guide Notes: | for fracture fixation |
Previously Indexed: | Fracture Fixation, Internal (1986-1990),Orthopedic Fixation Devices (1986-1990) |
Internal Fixators Medical Definitions and Terms
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