RESUMEN
The fixation of periprosthetic fractures remains challenging and controversial. It is important to achieve consensus opinions regarding the management of stable periprosthetic fractures with internal fixation. Key strategies to optimize surgical decision making and fixation and manage complications following these difficult injuries are addressed.
Asunto(s)
Artroplastia de Reemplazo de Cadera , Fracturas del Fémur , Fracturas Periprotésicas , Humanos , Fracturas Periprotésicas/cirugía , Fracturas Periprotésicas/complicaciones , Fracturas del Fémur/etiología , Fracturas del Fémur/cirugía , Placas Óseas/efectos adversos , Fijación Interna de Fracturas/efectos adversosRESUMEN
The management of periprosthetic fractures with unstable prosthetic implants is a challenging and commonly encountered problem. It is important to address the many current issues and controversies regarding the treatment of periprosthetic fractures with revision total joint arthroplasty. Key strategies to optimize surgical decision making around the use of arthroplasty and management of complications following these complex injuries will be addressed.