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Rev. bras. ortop ; 51(5): 606-609, Sept.-Oct. 2016. graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-829997

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ABSTRACT The number of total knee arthroplasties has increased exponentially and their indications have been expanded. This procedure presents challenging complications for orthopedic surgeons that are potentially catastrophic for patients. Here, a rare case of simultaneous bilateral periprosthetic fracture of the knee is reported, with discussion of the causal factors, possible management and prophylaxis.


RESUMO O número de artroplastias totais do joelho tem aumentado de forma exponencial e suas indicações têm sido ampliadas. O procedimento apresenta complicações desafiadoras ao cirurgião ortopédico e potencialmente catastróficas para o paciente. Os autores relatam um raro caso de fratura periprotética do joelho, bilateral e simultânea e discutem os fatores causais, as possíveis condutas e a profilaxia.


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Humans , Female , Aged , Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee , Femoral Fractures
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