Segmental fracture of the femoral stem of a low-friction arthroplasty. A case report.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Fracture of the femoral stem of a cemented hip arthroplasty is a well documented complication. However, double or segmental fracture is extremely rare, with only one other case appearing in the literature. The authors report a second case and discuss its etiology. They stress the importance of prolonged careful review of patients following total hip arthroplasty in order to obviate complications.
Medical subject headings
- Hip Prosthesis
Anatomy
- femur
- hip