There is some debate over the best treatment for anterior-superior iliac spine (ASIS) avulsion fractures although conservative treatment can be applied when there are no neurological symptoms. Open reduction and internal fixation can be performed for dislocations exceeding 1.5 cm, or in patients requiring a short period of convalescence, although a second operation is subsequently required to extract osteosynthetic material. In this paper, we introduce the use of absorbable screws as a new fixation material for the second round of surgery.
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American Academy of Othopaedic Surgeons lower limb and hip scores
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American Academy of Othopaedic Surgeons lower limb and hip scores
Timeframe: 6th month
American Academy of Othopaedic Surgeons lower limb and hip scores
Timeframe: 6th month
American Academy of Othopaedic Surgeons lower limb and hip scores
Timeframe: 6th month
American Academy of Othopaedic Surgeons lower limb and hip scores
Timeframe: 6th month
American Academy of Othopaedic Surgeons lower limb and hip scores
Timeframe: 6th month
American Academy of Othopaedic Surgeons lower limb and hip scores
Timeframe: 6th month