This video demonstrates an ORIF of 3 broken ribs, initially treated non-operatively that went on to non-union, along with relevant case history and presentation, as well useful background information on anatomy, indications, complications, and outcomes.
After dissection and exposure of the non-union sites, contoured rib plates were used for fixation, with three screws placed on each side of the non-union, per plate (total 6 screws per plate). This was done for each fracture.
For bone grafting, the Iliac crest was aspirated and mixed with cancellous bone chips. This was then placed at non-union sites.