The pathogenesis of tibial non-union

Bone healing is a unique and complex reparative process that results in fractures healing without scar tissue formation. Multiple factors have been implicated in altering this process. This paper reviews the factors that influence the process of bone healing and predispose to non-union development. Cognisance of these factors will assist orthopaedic surgeons in identifying fractures at risk of altered healing and guide the development of comprehensive management strategies for established non-unions.

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Main Authors: Ferreira,N, Marais,LC, Aldous,C
Format: Digital revista
Language:English
Published: Medpharm Publications 2016
Online Access:http://www.scielo.org.za/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1681-150X2016000100007
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