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Double Plating Fixation vs. Distal Femoral Replacement for Distal Femoral Fracture in Geriatrics
May 2023
Double Plating Fixation vs. Distal Femoral Replacement for Distal Femoral Fracture in Geriatrics
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Double Plating Fixation vs Distal Femoral Replacement in the Management of Distal Femoral Fractures in Geriatric Patients.
Arthroplast Today. 2023 Mar 14;20: 101113.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
34 geriatric patients with distal femoral fractures were randomized to receive double plating fixation (n=18) or distal femoral replacement (n=16). Outcomes of interest included functional, radiological, and safety outcomes measured up to 12 months. Range of motion at 1 month was better in the replacement group. However, KSS knee scores and range of motion at 12 months were significantly better in...
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