Journal article
The impact of heterotopic ossification prophylaxis after surgical fixation of acetabular fractures: national treatment patterns and related outcomes
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Heterotopic ossification (HO) is a common complication after surgical fixation of acetabular fractures. Numerous strategies have been employed to prevent HO formation, but results are mixed and optimal treatment strategy remains controversial. The purpose of the study was to describe current national heterotopic ossification (HO) prophylaxis patterns among academic trauma centers, determine the association between prophylaxis type …
Authors
Boissonneault A; Hara NO; Pogorzelski D; Marchand L; Higgins T; Gitajn L; Gage MJ; Natoli RM; Sharma I; Pierrie S
Journal
Injury, Vol. 54, No. 6, pp. 1693–1701
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
June 2023
DOI
10.1016/j.injury.2023.03.001
ISSN
0020-1383