Editorial
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World J Orthop. Mar 18, 2017; 8(3): 218-220
Published online Mar 18, 2017. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v8.i3.218
Fix and replace: An emerging paradigm for treating acetabular fractures in older patients
Elizabeth K Tissingh, Abigail Johnson, Joseph M Queally, Andrew D Carrothers
Elizabeth K Tissingh, Abigail Johnson, Joseph M Queally, Andrew D Carrothers, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Addenbrooke’s and Rosie Hospitals, Cambridge CB2 0QQ, United Kingdom
Author contributions: All the authors contributed to the manuscript.
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Correspondence to: Elizabeth K Tissingh, MBBS, MSc, MRCS, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Addenbrooke’s and Rosie Hospitals, Box 37, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge CB2 0QQ, United Kingdom. elizabethkhadijatissingh@gmail.com
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Received: August 29, 2016
Peer-review started: September 1, 2016
First decision: September 29, 2016
Revised: October 29, 2016
Accepted: December 13, 2016
Article in press: December 14, 2016
Published online: March 18, 2017
Abstract

Acetabular fractures in older patients are challenging to manage. The “fix and replace” construct may present a new paradigm for the management of these injuries. We present the current challenge of acetabular fractures in older patients. We present this in the context of the current literature. This invited editorial presents early results from our centre and the ongoing challenges are discussed.

Keywords: Acetabular fracture, Total hip arthroplasty, Trauma

Core tip: Acetabular fractures in older patients are challenging to manage. The “fix and replace” construct may present a new paradigm for the management of these injuries.