While Periprosthetic Femur Fractures (PPF) present a less common fracture type, they are growing in frequency, thanks to our longer life expectancy, coupled with the rise in primary and subsequent revision surgeries1,2. Most affected are older adults, additionally grappling with multiple health conditions, osteopenia and post-operative mobility issues2. Fracture rates after hip and knee replacements range between 0.3% - 2.5%, jumping to 1.5% - 38% with revision patients3-7.
The future? Expect PPF rates to climb.
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Intended to minimise the risk of periosteal blood supply impairment.
Aims to minimise soft tissue disruption and bi-cortical screw fixation around the prosthesis.
To facilitate screw placement around the prosthesis and stable bi-cortical screw fixation.
Navigating periprosthetic fracture treatment can be very complex. What's your strategy? A standard plate or one custom-built for the task?
For over a decade, we've been aiding surgeons with a unique plate system designed for PPF challenges – offering simplified screw placement around the implant8,9, enhanced stability in weak bone conditions1,8 and protection of the periosteal blood supply10,11,12.
Take a moment to watch the video below featuring Dr. Karl van Osten sharing his insights on our NCB PP System.
Periprosthetic fractures are complex and require solutions that have proven12 their effectiveness over time. Leveraging 14 years of clinical experience, the NCB PP system`s unique features were designed to specifically address periprosthetic fractures and offer a dependable solution that can help you achieve reliable outcomes:
