[Fractures of the acetabulum]

Fractures in the region of hip acetabulum are an ever more frequent and difficult orthopaedic problem. Not infrequently the choice of the therapeutic method is determined by associated injuries occurring in half the cases and affecting practically any part of the body. Of essential importance for the diagnosis and treatment of these fractures is the radiological examination as described by R. and J. Judet and Le Tournel. For prevention of femoral head necrosis the coexistent hip displacement must be corrected within 48 hours.