Why the study?
Does preliminary traction followed by an ambulatory cast-brace with a pelvic band improve outcomes in patients with subtrochanteric fractures of the femur?
Population
15 consecutive patients with subtrochanteric fractures of the femur (severely comminuted or open fractures)
Design
Case_series
Authors
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May support cast-brace for select subtrochanteric fractures; hypothesis-generating and should not change practice without controlled trials.
Does preliminary traction followed by an ambulatory cast-brace with a pelvic band improve outcomes in patients with subtrochanteric fractures of the femur?
Closed treatment with a modified cast-brace is an effective option for severely comminuted or open subtrochanteric femur fractures, though it requires significant physician time.
DeLee et al. (1981) studied this question.
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