Mesh term Internal Fixators
Browse to parent terms:Orthopedic Fixation Devices
Prostheses and Implants
Description
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.Browse to child terms:
Bone Nails
Bone Plates
Bone Screws
Bone Wires
Suture Anchors
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