Operative treatment of old fractures of pelvis / 中华创伤骨科杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To discuss operative treatment of old fractures of pelvis. Methods Since February 2000, 14 cases with old fracture of pelvis have been treated in our hospital with operative scar or callus settlement, traction and reduction, and internal fixation. Results All patients were followed up from 6 months to 3 years and 6 months. According to such indexes as pelvic shape, length difference between lower limbs, gait, and radiogram, the scores were excellent in 8 cases, fine in 4 and poor in 2, with the excellent and good rate being 85.7%. Conclusion With reasonable design and appropriate method, operative treatment is fit for old fractures of pelvis because it can avoid severe disability and improve the quality of life of the patients.