Abstract
We report a technical tip for pre-contouring plates using synthetic bone models to aid reduced access surgery. By ensuring the soft tissues within the fracture envelope are less disturbed, the healing environment is improved. Using a synthetic bone model as a template, plates may be pre-contoured (Fig. 1). Synthetic bone models are sterilisable, so pre-contouring can be done intra-operatively. Many pre-contoured plates are available, but are more expensive. In healthcare circumstances where additional costs are unfavourable, this tip is useful. We commend this novel method of pre-contouring plates in order to make fixation less invasive. Figure 1 Pre-contoured plate using synthetic bone femur as a template.
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