Carbon-fibre reinforced plates for problem fractures
Pemberton, D.J.; Mckibbin, B.; Savage, R.; Tayton, K.; Stuart, D.
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British Volume 74(1): 88-92
1992
ISSN/ISBN: 0301-620X PMID: 1732273 Document Number: 396463
We report our experience with carbon-fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) plates in the management of 19 problem fractures complicated by either infection, nonunion, comminution or contamination. The combination offers secure fixation without inhibition of callus formation.
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