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[Intra-operative fractures: analysis].

F Pierchon1, J P Steib, G Lang

  • 1Hôpital Stéphanie (Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg), 26, route de la Lisière, F-67026, Strasbourg Cedex, France.

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Hip fractures during total hip arthroplasty are linked to osteoporosis, revisions, and hip ankylosis. Non-cemented prostheses increase risk, but fractures generally heal without compromising long-term femoral component stability.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Biomedical engineering
  • Bone healing

Context:

  • Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a common procedure.
  • Fractures can occur during THA, potentially affecting outcomes.
  • Understanding predisposing factors and healing is crucial for patient management.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the incidence, predisposing factors, and outcomes of fractures during total hip arthroplasty.
  • To analyze the impact of fracture type and treatment on healing time.
  • To assess the long-term effect of these fractures on femoral component stability.

Summary:

  • A study of 51 fractures during total hip arthroplasty identified key predisposing factors: osteoporosis (20%), revision surgery (32%), femoral neck fractures (30%), and hip ankylosis (16%).
  • A higher risk of fracture was observed with non-cemented prostheses.
  • Fracture consolidation occurred in an average of 60.6 days, with no statistically significant difference based on fracture type or treatment modality.

Impact:

  • Fractures during THA, while associated with specific risk factors, demonstrate predictable healing patterns.
  • These intraoperative fractures do not appear to compromise the long-term stability of the femoral component.
  • Findings inform surgical technique and patient selection to mitigate fracture risk during hip replacement procedures.