THE IMPORTANCE OF APPLYING AN EXTERNAL FIXATIVE TO GUN INJURIES EXTENDED

Elona HASALLA, Ilda TAKA, Ilia MAZNIKU, Blerta HASALLA, Sulejman BAHA, Shqipe LUTA, Albana SULA, Rajmoda HIDA, Marsida DUCI, Bena MARRA, Elona DYBELI, Brandi FAHRIU

Abstract

Introduction: The incidence of gunshot wounds has increased significantly in our country, especially after 1997. Gun injuries have lasted, albeit with low kinetic energy, destroying soft tissue and should be treated as closed fractures. If the injury has caused unstable fractures, they should be treated through internal stabilization, while stable fractures should be treated through functional support. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to underline the importance of using an external fixative in extensor arms injuries as well as enhancing the quality of treatment for these patients. Methodology: Our study is retrospective and covers the period January 2017 to June 2022. We have studied 43 patients with fractures caused by prolonged arms. of general therapy. Of these patients were: males 32-81%; Boys (under 18 years old) 3-7%; females 8-19%. Age: maximum 67 years old; minimum 5 years old; average 31 years old. Female / male ratio 1; 4.34. Conclusions: 1. In all the cases presented, biological bone fusion was achieved for a maximum period of 12 months. 2. The use of external fixative in the treatment of these patients was necessary and was seen as the best possible treatment. 3. It is also important to treat the wounds and use appropriate therapy to improve the patient's health as quickly as possible. Recommendations: 1. The treatment of open fractures in wounds with elongated arms is complex and requires the cooperation of all medical personnel. 2. Use of external fixator provides optimal solution for immobilization of fracture and fast start of osteosynthesis process. 3. Wound healing and the application of adequate therapy are the basic conditions for the fastest healing of the patient.

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