Acute periprosthetic fractures of the acetabulum after total hip arthroplasty.
Although periprosthetic fractures of the acetabulum are relatively uncommon after total hip arthroplasty, a variety of patient-, surgeon-, and implant-related risk factors can contribute to the occurrence of this serious complication. These risk factors, combined with the increased use of cementless acetabular cups, will likely result in an increased prevalence of these fractures in the future. By better understanding the risk factors, classification schemes, and treatment options for periprosthetic fractures of the acetabulum, orthopaedic surgeons can achieve better outcomes for their patients.
Adult Reconstruction Fellow, Division of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Department of Surgery, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, Illinois.
Anish G
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Potty
Jacqueline
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Corona
Blaine T
BT
Manning
Amanda
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Le
Khaled J
KJ
Saleh
D000077:Acetabulum / Q000293:injuries*; D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006622:Hip Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D057068:Periprosthetic Fractures / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D012307:Risk Factors