Biomechanical comparison of fixation techniques for associated both-column acetabular fractures requiring single (anterior or posterior) versus combined anterior–posterior approaches
In our ABC fracture model, both column plate fixation (AP + PP) via a combined approach did not demonstrate superior biomechanical stability compared with single column plate plus other column lag screw fixation. The latter, however, requires only one approach, thereby reducing surgical time and approach-related morbidity, and appears preferable if reduction of both columns is achievable through a single approach.
Authors
- Andreas E. Ellmerer (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-7031-2718)
- Peter J. Schwendinger (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4010-6024)
- Huy Le Quang
- Richard A. Lindtner (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4793-4260)
- Dietmar Krappinger (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9514-7264)
- Axel Gänsslen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2186-5049)
- Werner Schmoelz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2962-2594)
Institutions
- Innsbruck Medical University (AT)
- Universität Innsbruck (AT)
- Medizinische Hochschule Hannover (DE)
- Hung Vuong Hospital (VN)
- Johannes Wesling Klinikum Minden (DE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery
- Published
- 2025-10-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-025-06072-8
- Primary Topic
- Pelvic and Acetabular Injuries
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00