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Outcomes Of Internal Hemipelvectomy For Pelvic Tumors: A Developing Country’S Prospective, Masood Umer, Rizwan Haroon Rashid, Yasir Mohib, Haroon Rashid
Outcomes Of Internal Hemipelvectomy For Pelvic Tumors: A Developing Country’S Prospective, Masood Umer, Rizwan Haroon Rashid, Yasir Mohib, Haroon Rashid
Department of Surgery
Introduction: Previously, external hemipelvectomy was the mainstay of treatment for pelvic tumors. However, with technological advancements, limb salvage procedures such as internal hemipelvectomy have emerged as a viable alternative. However, there is limited literature available on long-term outcomes and complications of internal hemipelvectomy, especially from developing countries. Therefore, the objective of this study was to share our experience of internal hemipelvectomy at a tertiary care center in a developing country. Materials and methods: A retrospective review was conducted in which all 24 patients undergoing internal hemipelvectomy from January 1, 2005 to December 31, 2015 at our institution were included. Medical …
Management Of Simultaneous Bilateral Femur Fractures In A Tertiary Care Hospital: A Retrospective Review, Masood Umer, Syed Zohaib Gulzar Naqvi, Raza Askari, Umair Ashraf
Management Of Simultaneous Bilateral Femur Fractures In A Tertiary Care Hospital: A Retrospective Review, Masood Umer, Syed Zohaib Gulzar Naqvi, Raza Askari, Umair Ashraf
Department of Surgery
Abstract: Introduction: Bilateral long bone fractures are rare and usually are associated with increased risk of complications. These fractures are usually associated with poly traumatic injuries or high impact trauma resulting in shock. Commonest etiology is road traffic accident. Closed diaphyseal fractures are best managed by intramedullary nailing; management becomes difficult if there are open fractures and late arrival. In this study we intend to present our experience of managing these patients. Materials and Methods: Medical records of all adult patients (age more than 16 years of age) admitted at Aga Khan University and Hospital with bilateral femur fractures +/- …