Abstract: Background: Fracture is defined as a soft tissue injury compounded by a break in the continuity of a bone, is common following accidents. By its very location the tibia is exposed to frequent injuries. So, fracture of shaft of tibia are among the most common long bone fractures presenting for treatment. Compound fracture is one in which either the bone pierces the skin and come out or the fracture communicates with a wound elsewhere. Compound fractures are very commonly seen in fracture tibia.
Material and Methods: In the present study 25 adults of either sex having compound tibial shaft fractures of Gustilo grade I and II were treated with antibiotic impregnated intramedullary nails to see the outcome of this newer modality.
Results: Functional Results Following Tibial Interlocking Nailing In 25 Patients
Conclusion: The antibiotic impregnated interlocking nail gave commendable results in present series. All cases united with no non union. In our opinion if full care of asepsis is taken along with this implant, antibiotic interlocking nailing is the treatment of choice for compound tibial shaft fractures Gustilo grade I and II.
