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A device that provides rigid immobilization of a fractured bone by means of rods attached to pins that are placed in or through the bone.

fixator,

a device composed of rods and pins designed to provide stabilization of a body part. The external skeletal apparatus may be attached directly to the bone.

fixator, fixateur

a device for holding fragments in a fixed position, e.g. for a fractured bone or luxated joint.

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