Sharjah24: The Clinical Training Center, in collaboration with the Sharjah Surgical Institute at the University of Sharjah (UOS), recently hosted a groundbreaking workshop introducing an innovative and advanced technique for managing traumatic injuries. This workshop marked the first application of a newly developed device designed specifically to treat fractures of the wrist and radius bones. Utilizing electronic templates, the device enables precise fixation and repair of such fractures.
The workshop was led by Dr. Sheikh Mansour bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, in cooperation with Dr. Peter Theobald, Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Cardiff University in the United Kingdom, and Professor Mahmoud Mahfouz, an orthopedic consultant from the United Kingdom and a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Sixth of October University in Egypt. The event also featured participation from numerous experts and orthopedic surgeons from hospitals across the UAE, showcasing their expertise in this pioneering field.
Dr. Wafa Al Nakhi, Director of the Clinical Training Center at the University of Sharjah, emphasized that the workshop aimed to introduce orthopedic specialists to an innovative and advanced surgical technique. The project was developed as part of the doctoral research of Sheikh Dr. Mansour bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan at Cardiff University. Over a five-year period, practical experiments were conducted on artificial bone models and human bones and tissues to refine the concept and validate its application.
Participants in the workshop implemented patient-specific solutions for the surgical fixation of distal wrist fractures, utilizing advanced techniques designed to simplify and optimize surgical outcomes. The method employs electronic templates for precise fracture fixation and is distinguished by its simplicity, making it easy for surgeons to adopt and utilizee. Moreover, the technique is cost-effective, presenting a practical and accessible solution for treating such fractures.
The innovative technique introduced during the workshop presents an opportunity to achieve positive clinical outcomes while significantly reducing radiation exposure, marking a potential shift from traditional practices. Future development may expand its application to complex and challenging cases, including fractures around the elbow, shoulder, ankle, and digits of both hands and feet.
Professor Mahmoud Al Hafiz emphasized that the workshop sought to gather insights from expert surgeons who would utilize the device to repair bone fractures. This feedback is critical for assessing the device's practicality and efficiency in both qualitative and quantitative terms, serving as the final stage before initiating clinical trials.
The findings of the study, reinforced by practical application and surgeon feedback, demonstrate the successful evaluation of the device's surgical performance. The project exemplifies a successful partnership in translating innovative ideas into practical solutions, leveraging the academic and scientific expertise of Sheikh Dr. Mansour bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan.
During the workshop, participants were introduced to advanced techniques and had the opportunity to test the device for bone fracture repair. Their systematic evaluation of the device’s utility and performance provides essential groundwork for clinical trials, underscoring the potential of this initiative to reshape orthopedic surgical practices.
Sheikh Dr. Mansour bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan extended his sincere gratitude to the Clinical Training Center at the University of Sharjah, Professor Mahmoud Al Hafiz, and Dr. Peter Theobald for organizing the workshop and harnessing its scientific ideas and clinical applications. He emphasized that this initiative marks a significant milestone in the field of orthopedic surgery.
The workshop provided practicing orthopedic surgeons with an invaluable opportunity to explore the latest advancements in surgical techniques. Additionally, it introduced medical students to modern medical practices and technologies, serving as a positive step toward transforming traditional surgical methods.
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