Combining Innovative Techniques: Total Extraperitoneal Approach in Orthopedic Surgery (O-TEP) and Percutaneous Both Column Screw (BCS) Fixation Technique in a Geriatric Acetabular Fracture Case.

The concepts of both column fixation corridor (BCFC) and both column screws (BCS) along with the orthopedic total extraperitoneal approach (O-TEP) are highly innovative approaches in orthopedic surgery. However, the orthopedic literature lacks sufficient studies on these topics, indicating a significant gap. This case report aims to highlight how combining these innovative techniques can facilitate the use of BCFC and BCS in the treatment of acetabular fractures with O-TEP, thereby enhancing the feasibility of endoscopic techniques. Furthermore, we aim to discuss the potential advantages of BCFC and BCS concepts when used in O-TEP.For this purpose, we present a case of a 74-year-old geriatric patient with a transverse acetabular fracture involving the posterior column. The quadrilateral surface was exposed using the O-TEP approach, and the fracture was reduced using a fully endoscopic approach. The fixation was achieved using BCS and a Magic screw through percutaneous screw placement.The patient's clinical condition was followed for at least 13 months. The clinical outcomes demonstrated the effectiveness of combining these innovative techniques in the treatment of acetabular fractures, with satisfactory healing and functional recovery observed.This case report illustrates that combining BCFC and BCS with the O-TEP approach can facilitate the treatment of acetabular fractures with minimally invasive techniques and enhance the feasibility of endoscopic procedures. These findings suggest potential advantages of using BCFC and BCS concepts in O-TEP, warranting further investigation and study.
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