Outcomes After Operative Fixation of Vancouver B2 and B3 Type Periprosthetic Fractures
Conclusions:
In geriatric patients with Vancouver B2 and B3 type periprosthetic fractures with known loose stems, ORIF may offer a similarly safe method of treatment than revision arthroplasty.
Level of Evidence:
Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
Source: Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Original Article Source Type: research