Stress fractures of the femoral neck following total knee arthroplasty.
The author reviews the literature concerning stress fractures of the femoral neck following total knee arthroplasty and presents two additional cases. These fractures are rare and are frequently missed initially. Awareness of the condition may help to make early diagnosis.
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St. Luke's Hospital, Jacksonville, Florida.
D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D012090:Cumulative Trauma Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D005265:Femoral Neck Fractures / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007719:Knee Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D007720:Knee Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications