What is an Ilizarov external fixation device? The Ilizarov external fixation device was created and perfected in Russia by Professor Gavril Abramovich Ilizarov during the period between 1951 and 1992. The Ilizarov method consists in applying a cylindrical structure to the pathological limb constituted by steel bows to which the extremities of wires or
How is the Ilizarov external fixation device used? The Ilizarov external fixation device is used for stabilizing bone fragments, hence determining consolidation of the traumatic lesions (or results of fractures or pathological malformations). It may be necessary, depending on the type of pathology present, to act on the structure of the device in order
How is the limb lengthening process carried out in the child and in the adult? Lengthening of a limb in a child or an adult is based on the same theoretical principles: that the interrupted bone is subjected to measured force in terms of intensity and direction. Once absolute stability of the bone segments
How is Ilizarov's external fixation device applied? In order to apply Ilizarov's external fixation device, with the patient under anaesthesia, steel wires are introduced into the pathologic limb, which are then fixed in tension by circular structures made of steel. These steel rings are then externally connected by threaded rods, hence forming a sustaining
