title: The Unified Classification System (UCS): improving our understanding of periprosthetic fractures.
abstract: Periprosthetic fractures are an increasingly common complication following joint replacement. The principles which underpin their evaluation and treatment are common across the musculoskeletal system. The Unified Classification System proposes a rational approach to treatment, regardless of the bone that is broken or the joint involved.
authors.affiliation: University of British Columbia, 3rd Floor - 2775 Laurel Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 1M9, Canada.
authors.forename: C P
authors.initials: CP
authors.lastname: Duncan
authors.forename: F S
authors.initials: FS
authors.lastname: Haddad
mesh_terms: D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D019645:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D001860:Bone Plates; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods*; D006622:Hip Prosthesis; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods; D057068:Periprosthetic Fractures / Q000145:classification* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D058996:Quality Improvement; D011859:Radiography; D020127:Recovery of Function; D012086:Reoperation / Q000379:methods; D018570:Risk Assessment; D013997:Time Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome
keywords: Arthroplasty; Classification; Periprosthetic fractures