Periprosthetic Fractures
May 5, 2010 Grand Rounds Video: Periprosthetic Fractures
Brian Daines, M.D., Orthopaedic Surgery Resident
David P. Barei, M.D.
Brian Daines, M.D., Orthopaedic Surgery Resident
David P. Barei, M.D.
The treatment of midshaft clavicle (collarbone) fractures is controversial. For hundreds of years the mainstay treatment has been nonsurgical. However, recent orthopaedic literature suggests that certain individuals may benefit from surgery.
Traditionally, massive rotator cuff tears were thought to be irreparable. However, current treatment options are providing patients with encouraging results.
Hip fractures are the most serious osteoporosis related concern affecting the elderly population, requiring immediate attention and treatment.
Daphne M. Beingessner, M.D., Associate Professor
Joshua Lindsey, M.D., Orthopaedic Surgery Resident
Margaret Neff, M.D.
Along with technological advances in Orthopaedic fracture care implants came a steep increase in prices, severely limiting their worldwide availability.
Dr. Bruce Sangeorzan, Dr. Andrew Merritt, Dr. Sigvard T. Hansen, Dr. Robert Veith
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