Key result
Nailing of intertrochanteric fractures offers distinct advantages over dynamic hip screws but requires careful attention to technical pitfalls to prevent fixation failure.
Why the study?
What are the advantages, drawbacks, and technical pitfalls of nailing compared to dynamic hip screws for the fixation of hip fractures?
What are the advantages, drawbacks, and technical pitfalls of nailing compared to dynamic hip screws for the fixation of hip fractures?
This review outlines the technical pitfalls and tips to avoid failure when using nailing for intertrochanteric fracture fixation compared to dynamic hip screws.
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May guide nailing technique to reduce fixation failure; leaves open need for RCTs confirming advantages over dynamic hip screws.
Jong-Keon et al. (2010) studied this question. Nailing of intertrochanteric fractures offers distinct advantages over dynamic hip screws but requires careful attention to technical pitfalls to prevent fixation failure.
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