ALLMedicine™ Periprosthetic Fractures Center

Mar 17th, 2023 - Benefits of early stabilization of femoral shaft fractures, in mitigation of pulmonary and other complications, have been recognized over the past decades. Investigation into the appropriate level of resuscitation, and other measures of readiness ...

Mar 1st, 2023 - With a growing number of patients undergoing total knee replacements globally, coupled with an elderly population, the incidence of periprosthetic fractures around total knee replacements is increasing. As such, this is a highly topical subject th...

Mar 1st, 2023 - To close the gap of missing clinical evidence regarding the treatment of periprosthetic fractures after arthroplasty of the hip or the knee with osteosynthesis. To drive further study hypotheses and to answer unforeseen questions. Main questions t...

Feb 28th, 2023 - Metal artifacts caused by hip arthroplasty stems limit the diagnostic value of computed tomography (CT) in the evaluation of periprosthetic fractures or implant loosening. The aim of this ex vivo study was to evaluate the influence of different sc...

Feb 27th, 2023 - Intraoperative periprosthetic fracture (IF) is an under-reported complication in primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study aimed to audit the outcomes and complication rates in patients encountering IF during primary TKA and propose a new ...

Mar 1st, 2023 - With a growing number of patients undergoing total knee replacements globally, coupled with an elderly population, the incidence of periprosthetic fractures around total knee replacements is increasing. As such, this is a highly topical subject th...

Mar 1st, 2023 - To close the gap of missing clinical evidence regarding the treatment of periprosthetic fractures after arthroplasty of the hip or the knee with osteosynthesis. To drive further study hypotheses and to answer unforeseen questions. Main questions t...

Dec 22nd, 2022 - Glenohumeral joint osteoarthritis is a common cause of shoulder pain, affecting up to one-third of patients older than 60 years. Surgical treatment is indicated for patients with glenohumeral arthritis who continue to experience significant sympto...

Jul 20th, 2022 - Observational retrospective study on 36 consecutive patients having had surgery for a periprosthetic fracture of the femur between 2010 and 2015. The goal of the study is to test whether osteosynthesis was a secure choice at a certain age and with...

Aug 20th, 2021 - On a large population of patients having undergone total hip arthroplasty, divided into two cohorts constituted according to the type of femoral stem implanted (with or without proximal coating by MectaGrip): Primary objective: To compare between ...

Jun 18th, 2021 - The purpose of this study is to compare two different but standard treatments for the fixation of Vancouver B1 periprosthetic. The investigators aim to compare open reduction internal fixation using a locked plating system versus plating and strut...

Oct 31st, 2022 - Knee and hip replacements can improve how well patients get around and can significantly increase their quality of life. But if a bone near the new joint breaks, the injury can be a major setback for the patient's mobility, and the consequences ca...

Jan 7th, 2022 - The use of a rotating hinge distal femur replacement (DFR) for significant bone and soft tissue defects in the setting of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) revision has become increasingly more common. Although significant advancements have been made.

Oct 9th, 2018 - Bisphosphonates have been linked to increased risk for atypical femoral fractures (AFFs), but the usual definition of AFF excludes periprosthetic femoral fractures (PFFs) in patients with hip or knee replacements. Jean-Thomas Leclerc, MD, and coll...

Oct 9th, 2018 - Bisphosphonates have been linked to increased risk for atypical femoral fractures (AFFs), but the usual definition of AFF excludes periprosthetic femoral fractures (PFFs) in patients with hip or knee replacements. Jean-Thomas Leclerc, MD, and coll...

Apr 7th, 2016 - Considerations for Periprocedural Care Regarding the affected joint and patient symptoms, pain relief and/or enhancement of range of motion should be pursued, depending on the patient's expectations and wishes. It is also necessary to inform patie...