Abstract:Background: The diaphyseal fracture of femur is universally treated with intramedullary interlocking nails. Non-union with properly done interlocking nail is not very common. When broken nail and non-union coexist, it becomes a real challenge. We reviewed our isolated femoral shaft fractures treated with antegrade interlocking nails that presented with broken nails, bolts and non-union. We discuss our simple technique of retrieval of broken nail units, their management and results with revision nailing.
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