Orthop Traumatol Sur
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Apr 2015
Clinical TrialTitanium-titanium modular neck for primary THA. Result of a prospective series of 170 cemented THA with a minimum follow-up of 5 years.
Although they have been in use since the end of the 1980s, modular titanium neck components are associated with a risk of wear or fracture, and their safety has recently become a subject of debate and has never been evaluated in a consecutive series of patients. The goal of this study was to evaluate: revision-free survival of these implants after a minimum follow-up of 5 years; clinical and radiographic results; and the potential complications associated with the use of modular titanium neck components. ⋯ IV: prospective, non-comparative study.
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Apr 2015
Short-segment posterior instrumentation combined with calcium sulfate cement vertebroplasty for thoracolumbar compression fractures: radiographic outcomes including nonunion and other complications.
To evaluate the radiographic outcomes of short-segment posterior instrumentation plus vertebroplasty using injectable calcium sulfate cement (CSC) for thoracolumbar compression fractures. ⋯ Level IV, retrospective study.
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Apr 2015
Critical analysis of olecranon fracture management by pre-contoured locking plates.
Fractures of the proximal ulna are rare and usually managed surgically. Strong fixation of the harware is essential to obtain good outcomes. We report our experience with pre-contoured locking plate fixation of complex olecranon fractures and present a critical appraisal of the outcomes. ⋯ Level IV, retrospective study.
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Apr 2015
Clinically relevant heterotopic ossification after elbow fracture surgery: a risk factors study.
Heterotopic ossification (HO) is a common complication of elbow fracture surgery that can significantly impair function and range of motion (ROM). Whereas numerous studies have assessed HO after hip trauma or replacement surgery, few data have been reported on the prevalence and risk factors of HO after elbow fractures. ⋯ Level IV, retrospective study.