Journal of Bone and Joint Infection (Feb 2019)

Segmental Bone Loss of the Clavicle due to Fracture-Related Infection: A Multidisciplinary Challenge

  • F. Goormans,
  • J. Vranckx,
  • M. Herteleer,
  • J. Onsea,
  • J. Onsea,
  • N. Noppe,
  • M. Depypere,
  • S. Nijs,
  • S. Nijs,
  • W. Metsemakers,
  • W. Metsemakers

DOI
https://doi.org/10.7150/jbji.32580
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 4
pp. 60 – 64

Abstract

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As the surgical treatment of clavicular fractures is increasingly utilized in orthopedics, the number of related complications rises as well. We present a case of segmental bone loss of the clavicle due to fracture-related infection. Treatment was based on a multidisciplinary team approach, which was important for a successful outcome.