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Review
. 2010 Sep;11(3):135-41.
doi: 10.1007/s10195-010-0099-6. Epub 2010 Jul 27.

Periprosthetic fractures of the femur after total knee arthroplasty

Phil McGraw  1 , Arun Kumar
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Review

Periprosthetic fractures of the femur after total knee arthroplasty

Phil McGraw et al. J Orthop Traumatol. 2010 Sep.

Abstract

Periprosthetic fracture following total knee arthroplasty is a potentially serious complication. This injury can involve the distal femur, proximal tibia or the patella. This review article analyzes the prevalence, risk factors, classification and treatment options for periprosthetic fractures of the femur.

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Figures

Fig. 1
Fig. 1
Radiographs of the knee joint, showing a very low periprosthetic fracture of the distal femur
Fig. 2
Fig. 2
Radiographs of the knee joint 6 months after internal fixation using an intramedullary fibular allograft and a plate showing fracture union and restoration of bone stock
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