Search for dissertations about: "hemiarthroplasty"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 17 swedish dissertations containing the word hemiarthroplasty.

2. 6. Proximal humeral fractures : aspects of treatment with special reference to displaced fractures in the elderly

   Author : Karol Zyto; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : proximal humeralfractures; aged patients; Neer classification; Constant score; long-term follow up; hemiarthroplasty; prospective study; osteopenia; middle- age men.;

   Abstract : The purpose of this thesis was to study the clinical and functional outcome after various treatments of displaced fractures of the proximal humerus in an elderly patient group. Conservative treatment consisting of a short period of immobilisation and an early start of active exercises guided by physiotherapy has been compared with different surgical techniques. READ MORE

4. 7. Proximal humeral fractures : outcome of treatment with shoulder arthroplasty

   Author : Yilmaz Demir; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Introduction: Proximal humerus fractures are a common injury, particularly in the elderly and especially in women. The preferred treatment approach is usually nonsurgical, with surgery reserved for cases that meet specific fracture patterns and patient-specific criteria. READ MORE

5. 8. Proximal and distal humeral fractures. Outcome of primary arthroplasty

   Author : Eythor Örn Jonsson; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Fracture; Arthroplasty; Proximal humeral fracture; Distal humeral fracture; Randomized controlled trial; Assessment of outcome; Patient-reported outcome measure;

   Abstract : This thesis deals with both proximal humeral fractures and elbow injuries, especially distal humeral fractures. The main focus is difficult fractures in the elderly. Few randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are available. If the joint surface is considerably affected (e. READ MORE

6. 9. Clinical results after hip fracture - with special focus on hip arthroplasty

   Author : Susanne Hansson; Malmö Institutionen för kliniska vetenskaper; []
   Keywords : hip fracture; femoral neck fracture; arthroplasty; complications; adverse events; patient-reported outcome measures PROM; rehabilitation;

   Abstract : Hip fractures are of major concern worldwide, but even if literature isabundant, there are still gaps to fill. The global outcome needs to be betterunderstood, including patient-reported outcome. Many studies focus onimproving surgical outcome, with less focus on medical complications. READ MORE

7. 10. Displaced femoral neck fractures in the elderly : treatment with arthroplasties

   Author : Christian Inngul; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Treatment of displaced femoral neck fractures in the elderly with arthroplasties has become standard practice during the last decade and results in good and predictable outcomes regarding hip function and health-related quality of life (HRQoL). There is, however, a lack of evidence concerning certain types of arthroplasties and different subgroups of patients. READ MORE