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Management principles of osteoporotic fractures INJURY-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THE CARE OF THE INJURED Gardner, M. J., Collinge, C. 2016; 47: S33-S35

Abstract

Osteoporotic fractures are difficult to manage. They pose a number of difficulties to the surgeon arising from the underlying poor bone stock compromising the intention to achieve optimum fixation. Moreover, the frail elderly patients present with a variety of medical co-morbidities increasing the risk of developing perioperative complications. Despite these recognized challenges, there are currently a number of improving technologies and strategies at the surgeon's disposal to provide more confidence with fracture fixation and maximize the chance of success.

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