sterilåpent
Sterilåpent is a Norwegian term that translates to "sterile open" in English. It refers to a surgical technique used in orthopedic surgery, particularly in the treatment of fractures and dislocations. The term is often used interchangeably with "open reduction and internal fixation" (ORIF) in English-speaking countries.
In a sterilåpent procedure, the surgeon makes an incision over the affected area to expose the fractured
The sterilåpent technique is often preferred over closed reduction and internal fixation (CRIF) because it allows
However, sterilåpent procedures carry a higher risk of infection compared to CRIF due to the open nature
Sterilåpent is commonly used in the treatment of fractures and dislocations of the hip, knee, ankle, and