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Double fixation for complex distal femoral fractures.
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32 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Dual vs. single plating in distal femoral fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2025Pooled it
- Periprosthetic fractures of the knee.EFORT open reviews · 2026Article
- Dual Fixation in Complex Long Bone Fractures: A Case Series of 30 Patients.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2026Article
- Fixation strategies for periprosthetic femur fractures around knee replacements: a comprehensive single-center analysis of 102 consecutive cases.European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society · 2026Article
- Nail-Plate Combination Fixation for Periprosthetic Distal Femoral Fractures Allows Early Weight-Bearing With Low Reoperation and Revision Rates.The Journal of arthroplasty · 2026Article
- Finite element analysis, biomechanics, and clinical advantages of percutaneous medial column screw reinforced locking plate in the treatment of complex distal femoral fractures.Bone & joint research · 2026Article
- Use of 95-Degree Angled Blade Plate With Distal Femoral Fractures in Patients Over 65-Years Old of Age.Geriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation · 2026Article
- Proximal and Distal Femoral Fracture. A Longitudinal Retrospective Survival Analysis.Geriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation · 2026Article
- Biomechanical comparison of double mini-locking plate versus lateral locking plate for Danis-Weber B distal fibula fractures.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025Article
- Nail plate construct in complex distal femur fractures allow safe, early unrestricted weight bearing with high rates of union and a low rate of failure: five-year experience at a UK major trauma centre.European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie · 2025Article
- Preliminary retrospective analysis of combined retrograde tibial intramedullary nail and lateral less invasive stabilization system for distal femoral fractures.The Journal of international medical research · 2025Article
- Application of TINAVI orthopedic robot-assisted proximal interlocking screw placement for femoral retrograde intramedullary nails: a retrospective clinical study.Journal of robotic surgery · 2025Article
- Distal femur fractures in the elderly population treated with fibular allograft and lateral plating only: the surgical technique.OTA international : the open access journal of orthopaedic trauma · 2025Article
- High mortality rates after distal femur fractures in patients with end-stage renal disease.OTA international : the open access journal of orthopaedic trauma · 2025Article
- Comparison of combined femoral nail and plate fixation versus dual plate fixation in the treatment of AO/OTA 33C distal femoral fractures.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Biomechanical effects of six internal fixation methods for distal femoral AO/OTA 33C1 fractures: finite element analysis.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025Article
- Double plating versus nail-plate construct in AO 33C distal femur fractures: treatment choice affects knee alignment, clinical outcomes, and quality of life-a multicenter study.Journal of orthopaedics and traumatology : official journal of the Italian Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology · 2025Observational
- Immediate full weight-bearing, reduced perioperative morbidity and mortality after surgery in the treatment of distal femur fractures using a standard lateral plate plus a helical moulded medial plate ostheosynthesis.European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie · 2025Article
- Surgical Timing and Postoperative Outcomes in Distal Femur Fractures: Does Early Intervention Matter?Geriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation · 2025Article
- Comparison of Three Internal Fixation Constructs for AO/OTA 33-A3 Distal Femoral Fractures: A Biomechanical Study.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
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Abstract
For complex distal femoral fractures, a single lateral locking compression plate or retrograde intramedullary nail may not achieve a stable environment for fracture healing. Various types of double fixation constructs have been featured in the current literature. Double-plate construct and nail-and-plate construct are two common double fixation constructs for distal femoral fractures. Double fixation constructs have been featured in studies on comminuted distal femoral fractures, distal femoral fracture with medial bone defects, periprosthetic fractures, and distal femoral non-union. A number of case series reported a generally high union rate and satisfactory functional outcomes for double fixation of distal femoral fractures. In this review, we present the state of the art of double fixation constructs for distal femoral fractures with a focus on double-plate and plate-and-nail constructs.
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