Acta bio-medica : Atenei Parmensis
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Comparative Study
Surgical treatment of displaced acetabular fractures: report of 13 clinical cases.
Displaced acetabular fractures are complex lesions which may cause severe consequences if not appropriately treated. The results are linked to the quality of the articular reduction. Anatomical reduction, through surgical treatment with rigid internal fixation, should be considered to obtain an early mobilization, reduce long term osteoarthritis evolution and make the acetabular cavity suitable to eventually recive a total hip prosthesis. The aim of this study is to evaluate functional and radiographic outcome of patients with displaced acetabular fractures surgically treated. ⋯ This study confirm that open reduction and internal fixation in displaced acetabular fractures represents the best treatment able to lead to a satisfactory functional outcome. Moreover, it posticipates long-term arthrosis and eventually makes easier the implant of total hip prosthesis. (www.actabiomedica.it).