Excellent outcomes after double-locked plating in very low periprosthetic distal femoral fractures
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DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03655-5
Abstract: Very low periprosthetic distal femur fractures (PPDFFs) are rare injuries and often have a relatively high failure rate after single lateral locked plating. The double plating technique yields good outcomes in osteoporotic fractures of the… read more here.
Keywords: periprosthetic distal; double locked; locked plate; locked plating ... See more keywords
Complication Rates after Lateral Plate Fixation of Periprosthetic Distal Femur Fractures: A Multicenter Study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2020.05.009
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Periprosthetic fractures of the distal femur can be challenging injuries to treat; nonunion rates of up to 22% have been reported. The purpose of this study was to determine the rate of complications and… read more here.
Keywords: periprosthetic distal; fixation; study; complication ... See more keywords
Distal Femur Replacement Versus Open Reduction and Internal Fixation for Treatment of Periprosthetic Distal Femur Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000002141
Abstract: Supplemental Digital Content is Available in the Text. Objective: To compare complications and functional outcomes of treatment with primary distal femoral replacement (DFR) versus open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). Data Sources: PubMed, Embase, and… read more here.
Keywords: meta analysis; treatment; dfr orif; distal femur ... See more keywords
Outcomes of geriatric periprosthetic distal femur fractures: comparison of fixation versus reconstruction.
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000002624
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Comparing outcomes of periprosthetic distal femur fractures treated with open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) versus distal femoral replacement (DFR). SETTING Three major academic hospitals within one metropolitan area. DESIGN Retrospective. PATIENTS/PARTICIPANTS 370 patients >64… read more here.
Keywords: femur fractures; year; periprosthetic distal; distal femur ... See more keywords