Derotation screw
Last revised by Subhan Iqbal on 15 Dec 2021
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Hacking C, Iqbal S, Knipe H, et al. Derotation screw. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 29 Mar 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-37375
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- Derotation screws
A derotational screw is an orthopedic device used for internal fixation of fractures to, unsurprisingly, limit rotation of the fracture 1.
They are applied across fractures at risk of rotation and hence avascular necrosis.
References
- 1. Branca Vergano L, Coviello G, Monesi M. Rotational Malalignment in Femoral Nailing: Prevention, Diagnosis and Surgical Correction. Acta Biomed. 2020;91(14-S):e2020003. doi:10.23750/abm.v91i14-S.10725 - Pubmed