Intra-abdominal migration of a k-wire during revision total hip arthroplasty.

ABSTRACT: 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.

SUBMITTER: Hug KT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5365414 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature