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Cement technique for reducing post-operative bursitis after trochanteric fixation.

Peter B Derman1, John G Horneff, Atul F Kamath

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, USA.

Acta Orthopaedica Belgica
|April 4, 2013
PubMed
Summary

Post-operative trochanteric bursitis after total hip arthroplasty can be reduced. Covering trochanteric fixation devices with bone wax and cement decreases friction, mitigating this common complication.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Biomaterials Science

Background:

  • Post-operative trochanteric bursitis is a complication of total hip arthroplasty.
  • Repetitive microtrauma between soft tissues and hardware contributes to bursitis.
  • High rates of bursitis are linked to trochanteric fixation devices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a technique to reduce friction and the risk of post-operative trochanteric bursitis.
  • To mitigate complications associated with trochanteric fixation in hip arthroplasty.

Main Methods:

  • A technique involving covering trochanteric components with bone wax.
  • Application of a cement layer over the bone wax.
  • Use of this method with bolt-washer systems or grip plates.

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Main Results:

  • The technique aims to decrease friction between soft tissues and fixation hardware.
  • This aims to diminish the incidence of post-operative trochanteric bursitis.

Conclusions:

  • This simple technique offers a potential solution to reduce trochanteric bursitis after hip surgery.
  • Applying bone wax and cement may improve patient outcomes by minimizing hardware-related complications.