Segmental Bone Loss of the Clavicle due to Fracture-Related Infection: A Multidisciplinary Challenge

Autor: F. Goormans, J. Vranckx, M. Herteleer, J. Onsea, N. Noppe, M. Depypere, S. Nijs, W. Metsemakers
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2019
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Zdroj: Journal of Bone and Joint Infection, Vol 4, Pp 60-64 (2019)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2206-3552
DOI: 10.7150/jbji.32580
Popis: As the surgical treatment of clavicular fractures is increasingly utilized in orthopedics, the number of related complications rises as well. We present a case of segmental bone loss of the clavicle due to fracture-related infection. Treatment was based on a multidisciplinary team approach, which was important for a successful outcome.
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