The origins and current applications of classic eponymous terms for pelvic and acetabular fractures: A historic review.

Somford, Matthijs P; de Visser, Enrico; IJpma, Frank F A · J Trauma Acute Care Surg · 2017

review · Level V

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Abstract

We present the historical background of 5 eponymous terms in pelvic and acetabular injury treatment. The eponymous terms Duverney fracture, Malgaigne fracture, Judet-Letournel classification, Kocher-Langenbeck approach and Stoppa approach are discussed. After presenting the original description by the coining author, a short biography of the author is given. For each eponymous term the current clinical implication is given and discussed afterwards.

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