Eur J Trauma Emerg S
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The small fragment AO clavicular hook plate is indicated for certain fractures of the lateral end of clavicle and for symptomatic acromio-clavicular joint dislocations where there is rupture of the stabilizing ligaments. The complex anatomy and biomechanics of the acromio-clavicular joint can lead to complications that result in damage to the joint itself or acromial erosion. In addition, the rotator cuff complex is at risk of injury when inserting the plate. We report three cases where patients who underwent hook plate fixation subsequently required removal of the implant due to complications previously unreported in current literature.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Oct 2007
Intramedullary Stabilization of Periprosthetic Fractures of the Femur Taking Special Account of Bone Defects.
Healing of the periprosthetic fracture and area of defective bone by the bone healing mechanisms of intramedullary stabilization. Reconstruction of the correct length, axial alignment, and rotation of the fractured femoral shaft by anchoring a revision stem in the intact femoral diaphysis. ⋯ 21 patients (13 women, eight men) aged between 43 and 86 years (mean age: 71.2 years) with periprosthetic fracture of the femur, additional loosening of the stem in eight cases (Vancouver B2) and additional bone loss in 13 cases (Vancouver B3). Postoperative complications: two fractures following another fall (repeat operations: one replacement, one plate), four revisions due to subsidence of the stem (three replacements involving change to a standard stem with healed proximal femur, one replacement with another interlocked revision stem). Bone healing occurred for all fractures after a mean 5.6 months (3-11 months). Follow- up examination after a mean 4.5 years: all patients were able to walk, average Harris Score 70.5 points (29- 95 points).
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Oct 2007
Isolated Gallbladder Injury after Blunt Abdominal Trauma: a Case Report and Review.
We describe a case of isolated gallbladder contusion after deceleration trauma. On admission, no evident signs of intra-abdominal injury were present. However, after 24 h observation an explorative laparotomy was performed because of persistent abdominal complaints. ⋯ Contusion of the gallbladder allows conservative treatment, but in case of a rupture, surgery will be necessary. Accompanying bile duct injuries can be treated by endoscopic stenting. If active arterial bleeding is present, selective embolization can be performed.