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SUBMITTER: Hug KT
PROVIDER: S-EPMC5365414 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Mar
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Hug Kevin T KT Fernando Navin D ND
Arthroplasty today 20161007 1
Revision total hip arthroplasty in the setting of severe acetabular bone loss is a challenging problem that is becoming more common. Kirschner wires are often used during acetabular revision for temporary fixation of trial components. We describe an intraoperative migration of a Kirschner wire through the acetabulum into the peritoneal cavity, requiring acute laparoscopic removal. ...[more]