Correlations between Vancouver type of periprosthetic femur fracture and treatment outcomes

Objective: Periprosthetic femur fractures are one of the most severe complications of total hip arthroplasty.

Methods: The aim of this study was to assess outcomes of periprosthetic femur fractures based on the Vancouver classifications of fractures.

Results: Sixty-four patients were enrolled into the study. Type B1 fractures were the most common - 33 cases. In comparison to patients with type B3 fracture, patients with type B1 fracture significantly less often experienced postoperative pain.

Conclusion: Study shown that in the context of both objective outcomes of the operation and patient satisfaction, the most unfavourable prognosis is after type B3.