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1. Frymann SJ, Cumberbatch GLA, Stearman LA.  Reduction of Dislocated Hip Prosthesis in the Emergency Department using Conscious Sedation: A Prospective Study. Emerg Med J, 2005; 22:807-809.

2. Naradzay JFX. Dislocations, Hip. 15 Nov 2006. 14 Jan 2008. http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic144.htm.

3. Wheeless, CR III. Fracture Dislocations of the Hip. 17 Dec 2007. 14 Jan 2008. http://www.wheelessonline.com/ortho/fracture_dislocations_of_the_hip.

The authors would like to acknowledge Andrew Louie, MD, for his contributions to the case.

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