Clinical Management and Outcome of Periprosthetic Fracture

Dear Colleagues,

The incidence of periprosthetic fractures of the lower extremity has increased over the last few years. In the literature, the rate of periprosthetic fractures is around 1% in total hip arthroplasty and from 1% up to 5% in total knee arthroplasty. The aging of population and the increasing number of primary and revision hip and knee replacements are both critical factors resulting in the increased incidence of periprosthetic fractures. Several studies have been published in the past, investigating the risk factors, postoperative morbidity and mortality risk, and management of patients with periprosthetic fractures of the hip and knee.

This issue will present a selected group of articles representing an update on the clinical management and outcome of periprosthetic fracture.

Prof. Dr. Mattia Loppini
Guest Editor

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