A Stereotaxic Device for the Closed Exchange of Intramedullary Rods,Using Image-Intensified X-Rays,in Children with Osteogenesis Imperfecta

Abstract

The necessity for such a device, its concept and realisation are described, together with some impressions formed during its use in surgery.

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