03/03/2026
Interlocking Nail (ILN) for Comminuted Fracture, Right Shaft of Femur:
A challenging case of comminuted fracture of the right femoral shaft, presented 18 days post-injury. Delay was due to logistical and resource constraints. Despite limited availability of implants, definitive fixation was successfully performed.
Intraoperatively, only one 9mm × 38cm interlocking nail was available. Careful preoperative planning, meticulous canal preparation, and precise technique were essential to achieve optimal alignment, length restoration, and rotational stability.
Even in resource-limited settings, principles remain the same:
✔️ Respect biology
✔️ Preserve soft tissue
✔️ Achieve stable fixation
✔️ Restore limb alignment
Open reduction and internal fixation was achieved as far as possible, and interlocking fixation provided satisfactory stabilization despite comminution. Cerclage wiring done. Postoperative radiographs confirmed acceptable alignment and implant position.
This case highlights that orthopedic surgery is not only about advanced setups, it is about decision making, adaptability, and commitment to patient care.
Outcome: Stable fixation, limb alignment maintained, patient mobilization protocol initiated.
Every fracture tells a story. Every surgery tests your skill. Grateful to serve and restore mobility.