Ellen Lutnick, Sophia Puertas, Abigail Contello, Joseph B Kuechle
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Abstract
Achieving stabilization of fractures involving structurally compromised bone can present a challenging surgical problem. The IlluminOss® photodynamic bone stabilization system (PBBS) includes insertion of a light-curable polymer to achieve medullary stabilization of fractures via expandable ballon catheter. There exist few reports of PBSS for successful treatment of fractures involving the distal humerus, with varying results. We present four cases after surgical repair for pathologic distal humerus fractures using the IlluminOss® PBBS, with an additional posterior extra-articular plate, resulting in stable fixation and satisfactory patient outcomes.
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Trauma Case Reports is the only open access, online journal dedicated to the publication of case reports in all aspects of trauma care and accident surgery. Case reports on all aspects of trauma management, surgical procedures for all tissues, resuscitation, anaesthesia and trauma and tissue healing will be considered for publication by the international editorial team and will be subject to peer review. Bringing together these cases from an international authorship will shed light on surgical problems and help in their effective resolution.
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