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EPIDEMIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS ON ACETABULAR FRACTURES
Maurício Silveira Maia1, Denise Cristina Montecchio Santos2, Daniel Magalhães de Queiroga3
1Physiotherapist; Specialist in Physiotherapy for Orthopedics and Traumatology from Campinas State University (UNICAMP); Specialist in Sports Physiotherapy from the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP). Postgraduate Specialization Student of Physiotherapy for Orthopedics and Traumatology, State University of Campinas.
This study investigated acetabular fractures in Campinas, finding the left hip more affected, often from car accidents. Sciatic nerve injury was a common complication, with reconstruction plates frequently used for treatment.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Epidemiology
- Trauma Surgery
Background:
- Acetabular fractures are complex injuries with limited epidemiological data in certain regions.
- Understanding the incidence and characteristics of these fractures is crucial for effective trauma management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct an epidemiological study of acetabular fractures in Campinas and surrounding areas.
- To identify patterns in patient demographics, injury mechanisms, and treatment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of medical records for acetabular fractures from 2004-2008.
- Data collection included patient age, sex, affected side, injury mechanism, surgical materials, complications, and hospitalization duration.
- Six observers reviewed patient files from Hospital das Clínicas, State University of Campinas (UNICAMP).
Main Results:
- The left side was more frequently affected by acetabular fractures.
- Automobile accidents were the predominant mechanism of injury.
- Sciatic nerve injuries represented the most common surgical complication.
- Reconstruction plates were the most utilized fixation material.
Conclusions:
- Automobile accidents are a significant cause of acetabular fractures in this population.
- Awareness of potential sciatic nerve complications is vital for surgical planning.
- Reconstruction plates are a common choice for acetabular fracture fixation.
