Gentamicincoated tibial nail is an effective prevention method for fracture-related infections in open tibial fractures.

Unlabelled: Fracture-related infection (FRI) is a common complication following open tibia fracture (OTF), especially in patients with high-energy trauma or comorbidities. The use of gentamicin-coated nail (GCN) has been proposed as a local adjuvant to prevent FRI in high-risk patients.

Hypothesis: The incidence of FRI is expected to be lower in OTF treated with a GCN, alongside with no detrimental effects on fracture healing time.

Resection and reconstruction of the proximal femur with revision stems: a cost-effective alternative.

Background: Modular oncologic megaprosthesis is the standard method for reconstruction after resection of tumors of the proximal femur. These implants have been utilized for either primary tumors or metastatic disease of bone and multiple myeloma. Fixation is based on either cemented or cementless stems, and a collar supporting the body of the prosthesis.