Hydroxyapatite Ceramics for the Treatment of Metaphyseal Defects after Proximal Tibia Fractures: Long-Term Results

W. Linhart; D. Briem; W. Lehmann; J. M. Rueger

doi:10.1055/s-2003-42288

Osteosynthesis and Trauma Care, Table of Contents

Osteosynthesis and Trauma Care 2003; 11: 10-12
DOI: 10.1055/s-2003-42288

Research - Fundamental

Hydroxyapatite Ceramics for the Treatment of Metaphyseal Defects after Proximal Tibia Fractures: Long-Term Results

W. Linhart¹ , D. Briem¹ , W. Lehmann¹ , J. M. Rueger¹

¹Hamburg University, School of Medicine, Dept. of Trauma, Hand, and Reconstructive Surgery, Hamburg, Germany

Abstract

Between 1992 and 1997 we have treated bone defects in 35 patients with tibial plateau fractures with the bovine hydroxyapatite ceramic Endobon®. The fractures were stabilized by internal plate fixation. In the present paper we report on the long-term results of this method. We found good functional results, with no signs of secondary displacement or complications due to the bone replacement material. Our data show that Endobon® provides good mechanical properties during a long-term follow-up and can be recommended as an alternative to cancellous bone graft for the treatment of tibial plateau fractures.

Key words

Proximal tibia fractures - bone graft - bone substitute - hydroxyapatite ceramics - long-term results

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Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie

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