Image-Based Techniques for Percutaneous Iliosacral Screw Start-Site Localization

Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2015 Jul;44(7):E204-6.

Abstract

Despite the routine use of iliosacral screws for the treatment of a variety of pelvic fractures, the technique is demanding, and complications are well described. This article describes a novel image-based technique for accurately identifying and reproducing the appropriate placement of iliosacral screws. Using the stab-incision technique presented here allows for more accurate landmark identification and safer placement of implants.

MeSH terms

  • Anatomic Landmarks
  • Bone Malalignment / surgery*
  • Bone Screws*
  • Fluoroscopy
  • Fractures, Bone / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Ilium / diagnostic imaging
  • Ilium / surgery*
  • Pelvic Bones / diagnostic imaging
  • Pelvic Bones / surgery*
  • Sacrum / diagnostic imaging
  • Sacrum / surgery*