Fix and replace; an emerging paradigm for treating acetabular fractures.

Fix and replace; an emerging paradigm for treating acetabular fractures. Clin Cases Miner Bone Metab. 2016 Sep-Dec;13(3):228-233 Authors: Murphy CG, Carrothers AD Abstract Although technically challenging even for the experienced surgeon, simultaneous open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of acetabular fracture and total hip replacement (THR) have some potential advantages over the more traditional treatment options in specific patient subgroups; theoretically allowing immediate weight bearing and faster rehabilitation, reducing the cost of inpatient stay, and reducing the risks of early and late local complications associated with standard treatment for this type of injury. We review the evolution of the indications and techniques, outline the surgical challenges, and discuss implant options and outcomes for this treatment paradigm. PMID: 28228787 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Clinical Cases in Mineral and Bone Metabolism - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Clin Cases Miner Bone Metab Source Type: research