Day: octombrie 17, 2025

Adolescent Lateral Entry Femoral Nail (ALFN) vs Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nailing (ESIN) in Pediatric Diaphyseal Femur Fractures

Introduction Pediatric diaphyseal femur fractures are among the most common long bone injuries in children and adolescents. With modern orthopedic implants, two main fixation systems are used: the Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nailing (ESIN) and the Adolescent Lateral Entry Femoral Nail (ALFN). Understanding their indications and biomechanical differences is essential for achieving optimal healing and functional recovery. […]