Pitfalls in the application of distal femur plates for fractures |
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| Authors: | Collinge Cory A Gardner Michael J Crist Brett D |
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| Affiliation: | Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital and John Peter Smith Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program, Fort Worth, TX 76104, USA. ccollinge@msn.com |
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| Abstract: | Despite design features intended to aid the surgeon in restoring proper alignment, malunion and implant-related problems are relatively common after a distal femur fracture treated with plate fixation. This article presents case examples of these problems followed by a discussion of the relevant distal femoral anatomy, design features of modern locked distal femur plating systems, and technical points necessary to avoid malunion and implant-related problems when using these devices. |
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