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The study demonstrates how technical errors increase screw cut-out risk in femoral intramedullary nailing, indicating a need for precision.
The mechanical failure rate is 5.6%. Short trochanteric intramedullary nailing requires precise execution to reduce the risk of cervicocapital screw cut-out, which is a source of osteosynthesis failure.
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