Treating severe injuries with massive contamination or soft-tissue damage, where internal plates might increase infection risk.
Rapidly stabilizing multiple fractures in "polytrauma" patients to prevent life-threatening complications while they are resuscitated. External Fixation in Orthopedic Traumatology
External fixation (EF) is a minimally invasive method where pins or wires are inserted into the bone through the skin and connected to an external frame. It is primarily used in: External Fixation in Orthopedic Traumatology
Acting as a "bridge" to allow swelling to subside before definitive surgery like internal plating or nailing is performed. Types of External Fixators External Fixation in Orthopedic Traumatology