Electric stimulation and hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the treatment of nonunions

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 01 Apr 2006 Greece English Publisher:Elsevier BVJournal:Injury, volume 37, pages S63-S73 (issn: 0020-1383,

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Authors: Karamitros, A. E.; Kalentzos, V. N.; Soucacos, P. N.;

doi: 10.1016/j.injury.2006.02.042

pmid: 16581073

Electric stimulation and hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the treatment of nonunions

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Abstract

Up to 10% of the fractures occurring annually in the U.S. end up in non-union or delayed union. Classical treatment with osteosynthesis and bone grafting is not always successful. Alternatives in treatment have long ago been considered. This article presents current concepts in treatment with electrical stimulation and hyperbaric oxygen, the mechanisms of action, experimental and clinical evidence of their application.

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Greece

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National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Greece
University General Hospital Attikon
Greece
Athens State University
United States

Keywords

Hyperbaric Oxygenation, Contraindications, Fractures, Ununited, Animals, Humans, Electric Stimulation Therapy, United States, Rats

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