Medial augmentation of distal femur fractures using the contralateral distal femur locking plate: A technical note.

Introduction: Lateral locking plates are commonly employed for the fixation of distal femur fractures. However, scenarios involving medial comminution, extremely distal fractures, periprosthetic fractures, or nonunion could necessitate medial augmentation. This study explores the possibility of using lateral distal femoral locking plate systems for medial fixation by employing the contralateral plate.

Trauma center rehabilitation systems in Latin America.

Trauma is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide with high rates of disability in survivors. With improvements in care, rehabilitation of the trauma patient is a cornerstone to reducing sequelae. A lack of well-established hospital rehabilitation units and standardized protocols for managing posttraumatic injuries is a common problem in Latin American countries.

Effectiveness of antibiotic-coated intramedullary nails for open tibia fracture infection prevention. A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: Open Tibia fractures are associated with high rates of Fracture Related Infection (FRI). Given the negative outcomes and increased costs related to the latter, several prophylactic local antibiotic delivery methods have been proposed, aiming to decrease the FRI rate. Our objective with this study was to determine the effectiveness of antibiotic-coated intramedullary nails for open tibia FRI prevention.

Periprosthetic fracture management of the proximal femur.

The most common periprosthetic fractures occur around the hip. The most widely used classification is the Vancouver classification, and management requires careful planning and skill in both arthroplasty and fracture surgery. This article presents an overview of the diagnosis, classification, and management of periprosthetic fractures of the proximal femur.

Biplanar Osteosynthesis for Severely Displaced Proximal-Third Clavicle Fracture: A Case Report.

Case: We present the case of a 41-year-old man with a displaced extra-articular proximal-third clavicle fracture managed with open reduction and double-plate internal fixation. Twelve months after the procedure, the patient had recovered full range of motion and returned to work.

Conclusions: Proximal-third clavicle fractures are infrequent injuries and are usually treated conservatively.

Patients aged ninety years and older are exposed to increased risk of one-year mortality after hip fractures.

Background: The increase in the population over 90 years old suggests an expected surge in the number of extreme elderly patients sustaining hip fractures.

Objective: The aim of this study is to identify factors associated with 1-year mortality and determine the conditions that are associated with an unfavorable survival outcome in nonagenarians.

Design: Cross-sectional study SUBJECTS: Nonagenarian patients presenting with hip fractures between 2013 and 2018.