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    Steinmann pins are thin metal rods commonly used in orthopedic procedures to hold bone fractures together. They are composed of biocompatible materials like stainless steel and come in various diameters and lengths. Steinmann pins are inserted into pre-drilled bone holes during surgery using their sharp tip and can be used for temporary or permanent fixation depending on the application. Potential complications include infection, pin loosening, nerve damage, and growth plate damage in children.

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    Steinmann pins are thin metal rods commonly used in orthopedic procedures to hold bone fractures together. They are composed of biocompatible materials like stainless steel and come in various diameters and lengths. Steinmann pins are inserted into pre-drilled bone holes during surgery using their sharp tip and can be used for temporary or permanent fixation depending on the application. Potential complications include infection, pin loosening, nerve damage, and growth plate damage in children.

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    Steinmann pins are thin metal rods commonly used in orthopedic procedures to hold bone fractures together. They are composed of biocompatible materials like stainless steel and come in various diameters and lengths. Steinmann pins are inserted into pre-drilled bone holes during surgery using their sharp tip and can be used for temporary or permanent fixation depending on the application. Potential complications include infection, pin loosening, nerve damage, and growth plate damage in children.

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    Steinmann pins are thin metal rods commonly used in orthopedic procedures to hold bone fractures together. They are composed of biocompatible materials like stainless steel and come in various diameters and lengths. Steinmann pins are inserted into pre-drilled bone holes during surgery using their sharp tip and can be used for temporary or permanent fixation depending on the application. Potential complications include infection, pin loosening, nerve damage, and growth plate damage in children.

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    STEINMANN PIN

    Specification
     Steinmann pin insertion remains the most commonly performed procedure in
    orthopedic practice.
     Although its use for definitive fracture treatment has steadily declined due to
    advent of newer implants and devices, it still finds application in treatment in
    fractures suffered by medically unfit and pediatric patients and for providing
    interim traction in almost all lower limb injuries as well as hip and knee
    pathologies.
     Steinmann pins are composed of biocompatible materials such as stainless
    steel.
     They are smooth and cylindrical, with a sharp tip on one end and a hole or
    groove on the other.

    Steinmann Pin Sizes


     Steinmann Pin is a thin metal rod commonly used in orthopedic procedures
    for holding large bone fractures together.
     These pins function similarly to K Wire, but are larger in diameter.

    Steinmann Pins are available in various Types, lengths and diameters.


    Types: Single Trocar, Double Trocar, Single Trocar Threaded, Trocar & Threaded,
    Centre Threaded
    Diameters: 1mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 3.5mm, 4mm, 4.5mm, 5mm, 5.5mm, 6mm,
    6.5mm, 7mm and 8mm
    Lengths: 100 mm to 300 mm
    Indications for Use
     Steinmann Pin is indicated for use in the fixation of bone fractures, bone
    reconstruction, and as guide pins for insertion of other implant.
     The size of the Pin chosen should be adapted to the specific indication.
     Surgeon judgement is required to ensure a Pin is appropriate for the indication.
     There is a potential risk of Steinmann Pin migration in some fracture fixation
    applications such as the clavicle.

    Steinmann Pin indicated for use only in the following conditions:

     Bone trauma requiring internal fixation for healing.


     Fixation of soft tissue to bone where Pins are able to so do safely.
     Bone lengthening and shortening procedures.
     Osteotomies and other realignment procedures.

    The Steinmann pin is placed into the bone during a surgical operation using a pre-
    drilled hole.

    The pointed tip makes it easier to penetrate the bone, while the hole or groove on the
    other end allows for the attachment of external fixation devices such as traction
    devices or external fixators.

    Depending on the surgical application, Steinmann pins might be either temporary or


    permanent implants. Temporary pins are usually removed once the bone has healed
    and stabilised, whereas permanent pins can be maintained in place indefinitely.

    Complications
     Infection
     pin loosening
     damage to ligaments & growth plate
     pin cut through
     deep peroneal nerve palsy leading to foot drop
     growth plate damage in children
     pseudoaneurysm of anterior tibial artery.

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