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Periprosthetic Fractures of the Lower Extremity

Introduction Periprosthetic fractures are defined as fractures involving joint replacements. In general, periprosthetic fractures can occur intraoperatively (primary periprosthetic fracture) or in the postoperative course (secondary periprosthetic fracture). In the lower extremity, periprosthetic fractures could be divided depending on the…

Femoral Shaft Fractures

Conflict of Interest: The authors report no conflict of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the chapter. Introduction Fractures of the femoral shaft occur after high-energy trauma and are usually seen in the context…