The Unified Classification System (UCS): improving our understanding of periprosthetic fractures

The Unified Classification System (UCS): improving our understanding of periprosthetic fractures

Periprosthetic fractures are an increasingly common complication following joint replacement. The principles which underpin their evaluation and treatment are common across the musculoskeletal system. The Unified Classification System proposes a rational approach to treatment, regardless of the bone...

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Veröffentlicht in:The bone & joint journal 2014-06, Vol.96-B (6), p.713-716
Hauptverfasser: Duncan, C P, Haddad, F S
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip - adverse effects
Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip - methods
Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee - adverse effects
Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee - methods
Bone Plates
Follow-Up Studies
Fracture Fixation, Internal - methods
Hip Prosthesis
Humans
Joint Instability - diagnostic imaging
Joint Instability - surgery
Middle Aged
Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures - methods
Periprosthetic Fractures - classification
Periprosthetic Fractures - diagnostic imaging
Periprosthetic Fractures - surgery
Quality Improvement
Radiography
Recovery of Function
Reoperation - methods
Risk Assessment
Time Factors
Treatment Outcome
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Zusammenfassung:Periprosthetic fractures are an increasingly common complication following joint replacement. The principles which underpin their evaluation and treatment are common across the musculoskeletal system. The Unified Classification System proposes a rational approach to treatment, regardless of the bone that is broken or the joint involved.
ISSN:2049-4394
2049-4408
DOI:10.1302/0301-620X.96B6.34040