Complex Periprosthetic Humerus Fracture with Failed Osteosynthesis in an Elderly Osteoporotic Woman Managed with Vascularized Fibular Graft Augmented Fixation: A Case Report
Vascularized fibular grafting is an effective option in managing failed fixation of periprosthetic fractures in severely osteoporotic patients. A multidisciplinary approach and individualized surgical planning are crucial for optimal outcomes.
Authors
- Aswin Appukuttan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6997-727X)
- Aiswarya Mohan
- Somasundaram Arumugam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2096-2552)
- Jayachandran Sadaksharam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0998-7919)
Institutions
- T. D. Medical College (IN)
- Caritas Hospital (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.13107/jocr.2025.v15.i11.6306
- Primary Topic
- Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00