Description

Intramedullary K-wire fixation is a surgical technique used to stabilize fractures or correct deformities in the small bones of the hand and feet. K-wires (Kirschner wires) are thin, stainless steel wires that are inserted into the medullary canal (the hollow center) of the bone to provide stability and alignment during the healing process. Indications : Fractures : Intramedullary K-wires may be used to stabilize fractures of the phalanges (finger or toe bones), metacarpals (hand bones), or metatarsals (foot bones). Deformities : They can also be used to correct deformities such as malunion (healed fracture in an abnormal position) or angular deformities. Advantages : Minimally Invasive : Intramedullary K-wire fixation requires only a small incision, reducing soft tissue trauma and the risk of infection. Stable Fixation : K-wires provide stable fixation of small bone fractures, allowing for early mobilization and faster healing. Versatility : Intramedullary K-wires can be used for a wide range of fractures and deformities in the hand and feet.