Intra-pulmonary migration of a clavicle osteosynthesis pin: a case report

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2024年3月28日

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Kaouther Ben Amara,
Sarra Zairi,
Bechir Ben Radhia,
Mahdi Abdennadher,
Hazem Zribi,
Adel Marghli

摘要

Background

Fractures of the clavicle are common injuries, which often require reduction and internal fixation. Although Kirschner pins have been commonly used to treat these fractures with good results, migration of these devices may result in severe internal lesions.

Case presentation

We report herein the case of 61-year-old man, who presented for intrapulmonary migration of a Kirschner pin, 25 years after closed reduction and fixation of a clavicle fracture.

Conclusion

Migration of an osteosynthesis pin can be lethal. Patients with osteosynthesis pins, should have a regular follow, until the removal of the wires.