Fig. 2From: Treatment of open tibial diaphyseal fractures by external fixation combined with limited internal fixation versus simple external fixation: a retrospective cohort studyAn illustrative case treated with external fixation combined with cortical screws. a Preoperative radiographs of the injured limb. b The initial postoperative radiographs following application of an external fixator and cortical screws. c Radiographs at final follow-up (12 months after the initial operation)Back to article page