Osteochondral impaction of the posterior acetabular surface without cortical fracture of any wall or column: an undescribed pattern of acetabular injury
2011
Unique Acetabular Fracture Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Pascarella R., Digennaro V., Grandi G.
Primary Institution: Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Maggiore Hospital, Bologna, Italy
Conclusion
The surgical treatment of a unique acetabular fracture resulted in a good clinical outcome three years post-operation.
Supporting Evidence
- The fracture was characterized by impaction and breaking down of the posterior articular surface.
- Surgical treatment was performed through the Kocher–Langenbeck approach.
- Postoperative CT scans confirmed the position of the impacted fragment.
- Three years after surgery, the patient had a normal hip range of motion without pain.
Takeaway
A man had a special type of hip fracture that was fixed with surgery, and now he can play football again without pain.
Methodology
The fracture was treated surgically using the Kocher–Langenbeck approach, with autologous bone grafting and plate fixation.
Limitations
The case report is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 46-year-old man in good physical health.
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