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Treatment for a severe bone fracture typically involves the use of an external fixator. However, it can be difficult to find one in developing nations or war zones. People often resort to less effective treatments that can put patients at risk. A new low cost external fixator has now been developed by researchers at Imperial College London. It can be manufactured in any location with access to basic manufacturing methods and materials. Researchers published the design drawings online for free, and also developed a manufacturing tool kit. The device is currently being tested in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sri Lanka.
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