Surgical treatment of peri-prosthetic femur fractures with dedicated NCB plates: our experience

Background and aim of the work: The incidence of periprostethic femur fractures has increased over the last years; the treatment includes an open reduction and internal fixation or revision implant. The treatment of these fractures can be complex, expensive and associated with risks of systemic and local com-plications. Methods: We evaluated clinical and radiological results in patients treated in our department for periprosthetic femoral fractures from 2011 to 2017. We included 52 cases of periprosthetic fractures regard-less of their classification with a mean follow-up of 2 years. The analisys of the result was performed using Harris Hip Score and searching for radiographic signs of loosening, infections or mechanical failure of the implants. Results:There was no evidence of septic complications or mechanical failure in cases treated. The average HHS was equal to 92 points with a certificate pain relief and a sufficient independence in daily living activities. Conclusions: The treatment of periprosthetic fractures is complex: it depends on type of fracture, on stability of the stem and on the bone quality. A right classification of the fractures, a good experience of the surgeon in prosthetic and trauma surgery is the basis for the best treatment. (www.actabiomedica.it)