Surgical management of fracture shaft femur in children and adolescents with titanium elastic nailing system

Abstract

Introduction: Treatment of paediatric femoral shaft fractures with titanium elastic nails have gained widespread popularity because of its clinical effectiveness and low risk of complications. Material and Methods: 30 cases of paediatric femoral shaft fractures of age group 5-16 years were treated with titanium elastic nailing at dr d y patil medical college, pimpri,pune. The outcome was assessed with Flynn's scoring criteria. Results: Average time of union was 12.1 weeks (8-12 years).Final outcome according to Flynn's criteria was excellent in 27(90%) and satisfactory in 3(10%) cases. Conclusion: Titanium elastic nails when treated in paediatric femoral shaft fractures gives elastic stability, are biocompatible, promote rapid union and early mobilization, thus less hospital stay.