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Acute Total Hip Replacement for Geriatric Acetabular Fracture: Anterior Intrapelvic Approach + Posterolateral
Sara Solasz1, Abhishek Ganta1,2, Kenneth A Egol1,2
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY; and.
Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
|July 14, 2023
Summary
This review covers total hip arthroplasty for incomplete acetabular fractures in elderly patients. It details the surgical indications and techniques for this specific patient group.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Geriatric Medicine
- Trauma Care
Background:
- Acetabular fractures are complex injuries, particularly in geriatric patients.
- Incomplete both-column acetabular fractures present unique challenges in management.
- Optimal treatment strategies for elderly patients with these fractures are crucial.
Conclusions:
- Acute total hip arthroplasty can be a viable option for selected geriatric patients with incomplete both-column acetabular fractures.
- Careful patient selection and precise surgical technique are essential for successful outcomes.
- Further research may be needed to establish long-term results.
