Femoral shaft fracture in patients of post-polio syndrome (PPS) represents an uncommon yet complex injury pattern. Poorly developed soft-tissue envelope, decreased muscle bulk, reduced vascularity, regional osteopenia, joint contractures, and ...

LCP provides stable fixation of distal femoral fractures in post‐polio patients. Bony union and good functional outcomes are achieved, but delayed union and minimal callus may occur. Keywords: Femur, Internal fixation, Osteopenia, Poliomyelitis.

Mar 17, 2025 · Femur is the most commonly fractured bone in post-polio patients. This study aimed to investigate the surgical challenges, fixation techniques employed, and functional outcomes in PPS patients with femoral fractures.

X-rays suggested fracture right shaft femur. Patient had a history of poliomyelitis with the right lower limb affection and had a fixed flexion deformity of 15° at the right knee joint. The patient had to undergo two surgeries.

Jan 15, 2019 · Our study describes the outcome of osteoporotic femoral fractures in the polio population. We observed a significant complication rate and compromised rehabilitation potential, regardless of the treatment and post-operative care.

In polio survivors there are two types of osteoporosis to be aware of—localized osteoporosis (in the bones of the area that was affected by polio) and generalized osteoporosis potentially affecting many bones of the body. The majority of bone mineralization happens before 30 …

Polio patients with femoral fractures have a guarded prognosis for regaining their pre-injury ambulatory capacity. A higher re-operation rate than that with "normal" osteoporotic fractures is expected.

Poliomyelitis is a viral disease in which the usual portal of human bodily entry is through the mouth, most commonly through virus-containing cough droplets or contaminated feces. It mostly affects children.

Patients with post-polio syndrome are at increased risk for falls and associated hip and femoral fractures as a result of lower bone mineral density, decreased lean muscle mass, and musculoskeletal deformities.

LCP provides stable fixation of distal femoral fractures in post-polio patients. Bony union and good functional outcomes are achieved, but delayed union and minimal callus may occur.