A unique peri-prosthetic fracture pattern in well fixed femoral stems with polished, tapered, collarless design of total hip replacement.

Peri-prosthetic fractures (PPF) are a recognised complication following hip arthroplasty. Prosthesis design and type influence PPF pattern. Surgeons rely on classification systems, such as the Vancouver, to aid treatment planning. This study highlights a specific fracture pattern that occurs with ce...

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Principais autores: Grammatopoulos, G, Pandit, H, Kambouroglou, G, Deakin, M, Gundle, R, McLardy-Smith, P, Taylor, A, Murray, D
Formato: Journal article
Idioma:English
Publicado em: 2011