A pelvic immobilization device in total hip-replacement surgery

Wang, G.J.; Reger, S.I.; Stamp, W.G.

Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume 60(7): 1007

1978


ISSN/ISBN: 0021-9355
PMID: 701333
Document Number: 135273
A vise-like device is described for pelvic immobilization of patients undergoing total arthroplasty. Vigorous retraction and soft tissue trauma is reduced by use of the lateral position during surgery instead of the conventional supine position. Application of this device is fully explained.

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