Periprosthetic Fractures: Causes, Symptoms, Risks and Treatment
What is Periprosthetic fracture? A periprosthetic fracture is one that occurs near an artificial joint, or in the case of hip, knee, or shoulder replacement. These fractures occur in the immediate vicinity of bone adjacent to the implanted prosthesis or through sites weakened by surgical intervention. Many factors can contribute to periprosthetic fractures, including trauma, … Read more