2023
DOI: 10.1016/j.tcr.2023.100860
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Intramedullary reamer failure in orthopaedic surgery: Two case reports and practical recommendations for prevention

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“…One preventative measure that has been suggested to reduce the risk of reamer shaft failure is maintaining sharp reamer heads because dulling can result in increased torque during reaming, which can lead to mechanical failure. 8,9 This study is limited by its retrospective analysis of a single Level-1 trauma institution and, therefore, may not be generalizable to all institutions regarding cost analysis. Each institution will have its own purchasing and pricing contracts, which will affect the cost of implants and reamer shafts.…”
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“…One preventative measure that has been suggested to reduce the risk of reamer shaft failure is maintaining sharp reamer heads because dulling can result in increased torque during reaming, which can lead to mechanical failure. 8,9 This study is limited by its retrospective analysis of a single Level-1 trauma institution and, therefore, may not be generalizable to all institutions regarding cost analysis. Each institution will have its own purchasing and pricing contracts, which will affect the cost of implants and reamer shafts.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…One preventative measure that has been suggested to reduce the risk of reamer shaft failure is maintaining sharp reamer heads because dulling can result in increased torque during reaming, which can lead to mechanical failure. 8,9…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
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