Sohail Hafeez.
Experience with Hammer External Fixator System in Treating Compound Limb Fractures in Somalia.
Pak Armed Forces Med J Jan ;47(1):51-5.

This is a retrospective study of the use of Hammerfix external fixation system in treating compound fractures in war like conditions in Somalia. This device was used as a definitive implant and gave a union rate of 88% in 30 patients. Major complications occurred in 4 patients which were related either to the injury or the technique. The Hammer System was found to be extremely versatile, rigid and stood to the mechanical challenges. There was no incidence of implant failure. Its use is recommended in similar war like conditions.

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