Surgical management of acetabular fractures

Instr Course Lect. 1986:35:382-97.

Abstract

We have each experienced a significant learning phase for surgical treatment of these fractures. However, problems of articular reduction remain significant, particularly for complex fractures. It is our opinion that a certain degree of centralization of acetabulum fracture treatment--especially for the associated types--can lead to an improved standard of care overall.

MeSH terms

  • Acetabulum / injuries*
  • Acetabulum / surgery
  • Adult
  • Bone Plates
  • Bone Screws
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / instrumentation*
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods
  • Fractures, Bone / classification
  • Fractures, Bone / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Surgical Instruments