Tension band wiring

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A tension band wire is a form of orthopaedic internal fixation [1] method used to convert distraction forces into compression forces, promoting bone healing.[ citation needed ]

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  1. ↑ Tosti, Rick; Hozack, Bryan A.; Mudgal, Chaitanya S. (15 December 2020). "Tension Band Wiring in Upper Extremity Surgery". The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. 28 (24): 1009–1016. doi:10.5435/JAAOS-D-19-00449. ISSN   1940-5480. PMID   32991386. S2CID   222145779.


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