More metal, more misery: extra wires in thigh surgery linked to infections
NCT ID NCT07434258
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study reviewed 148 patients who had thigh bone or hip replacement-related fracture surgery using metal wires (cerclage) to hold bone pieces together. Researchers found that using more wires was linked to a higher chance of deep infections and prolonged wound drainage. The findings suggest surgeons should use the fewest wires possible to reduce infection risk.
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