Dual Plating for Periprosthetic Distal Femoral Fractures Using the Extensile Medial or Lateral Parapatellar Approach

Periprosthetic distal femoral fractures (PDFFs) are increasing in incidence, typically affecting frail elderly patients who have complex needs. Although the use of distal femoral endoprostheses in the management of these fractures is increasing exponentially, concerns about their longevity and mecha...

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Published in:	Arthroplasty Today
Main Authors:	Philipp Kriechling, MD, Abigail L.W. Bowley, BSc, Chloe E.H. Scott, MD, MSc
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier 2024-08-01
Subjects:	Total knee arthroplasty Double plating Surgical technique Distal femur periprosthetic fracture
Online Access:	http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352344124001419