Iliopubic subcutaneous plate osteosynthesis for osteoporotic fractures of the anterior pelvic ring. An alternative to the supra-acetabular external fixator.

T. Gerich*, A. Bogdan, F. Backes, T. Gillman, R. Seil, D. Pape

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    Abstract

    The majority of fractures of the anterior pelvic ring is treated non-operatively. However, a number of patients do not get pain free and cannot be mobilized. Since the supra-acetabular external fixator is associated with significant complications we developed an alternative technique based on recent anatomical studies. This article is a clinical feasibility study to evaluate a novel stabilization technique for fractures of the anterior pelvic ring in the elderly patient. This technique obtains rapid pain reduction and early ambulation in this group of patients.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)7-14
    Number of pages8
    JournalBulletin de la Société des Sciences Médicales du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg
    Issue number1
    Publication statusPublished - 2014

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