open reduction-internal fixation

An open reduction-internal fixation, commonly abbreviated to ORIF, refers to the orthopedic operative management of a fracture (or fracture-dislocation complex) where reduction requires surgical (hence open) approach and internal fixation is applied.

Internal fixation may be in the form of:

• screws
• intramedullary nail
• plates and screws
• K-wires
• tension band wiring
• pins
• cords (eg TightRope)

Siehe auch:

• Interne Fixation
• closed reduction of fractures

und weiter:

• Weber B fracture and ORIF