Strict adherence to evidence-based protocol in choice of implants and surgical technique leads to fewer hip fracture reoperations.

<h4>Background and purpose</h4>Surgery for hip fractures is frequently followed by complications that hinder the rehabilitation. Only part of the complications are surgery-related, however these, including reoperation may have the highest impact. Operative protocols are designed to treat...

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Main Authors: Elvira R Flikweert, Ronald L Diercks, Gerbrand J Izaks, Klaus W Wendt, Martin Stevens, Inge H F Reininga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2019-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0210239