Recurrent fixation failure of a distal femur fracture associated with intellectual disability: A case report

Managing distal femur fractures in intellectually disabled patients requires a combination of advanced fixation techniques, enhanced patient and family education, and vigilant follow-up to mitigate complications. This case emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary strategies that integrate psychological resilience into perioperative care to optimize recovery and reduce long-term disability.

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International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
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2025-02-12
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2025.111046
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Bone fractures and treatments
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Recurrent fixation failure of a distal femur fracture associated with intellectual disability: A case report

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International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
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Recurrent fixation failure of a distal femur fracture associated with intellectual disability: A case report

Alaa Hmeedan, Ahmad R Soboh, Ameer Awashra, Zaid Sawaftah, Osama Ewidat, Qusai Jaludi
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Abstract

Managing distal femur fractures in intellectually disabled patients requires a combination of advanced fixation techniques, enhanced patient and family education, and vigilant follow-up to mitigate complications. This case emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary strategies that integrate psychological resilience into perioperative care to optimize recovery and reduce long-term disability.

International Journal of Surgery Case ReportsVol. 128(C)
An-Najah National University (PS), Specialized Arab Hospital (PS)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 96%
Bone fractures and treatments
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