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Periprosthetic fractures curriculum
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Executive editor
Michael Baumgaertner
Authors
Michael Huo
,
Michael Leslie
,
Iain McFadyen
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Fracture distal to the tibial component and cement mantle
Bed rest
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Equipment
Main indications
Traction
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Splint or plaster
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Main indications
Temporary external fixator
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Lag screw with or without neutralization plate
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Compression plate
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Bridge plate
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Antegrade nailing
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