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Fracture of the neck of the femur treated with a Smith Petersen nail (1941)

1941 · Short film · 16 min

Synopsis

Shows the correct treatment for a fracture of the neck of the femur. A radiograph shows typical features, the patient is prepared and spinal anaesthesia is applied. The fracture is reduced by flexion verticle traction, internal rotation and extension. A radiograph shows the reduction and line of the femur. Various patients are shown. 3 segments.

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Running time
16 minutes

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