Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Apr 2014
The Dorr type and cortical thickness index of the proximal femur for predicting peri-operative complications during hemiarthroplasty.
To assess the Dorr proximal femoral types and the cortical thickness index for predicting peri-operative complications during hemiarthroplasty. ⋯ Dorr types B and C proximal femurs were at greater risk of intra-operative fracture.
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To evaluate outcome in 20 patients treated for periprosthetic fractures after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). ⋯ The locked compression plate is effective in managing periprosthetic femoral fractures. Periprosthetic patellar and tibial fractures are uncommon. The latter often warrant revision arthroplasty owing to the loose implant.