Key result
Clamp-assisted mini open reduction and intramedullary nail fixation for subtrochanteric femoral fractures achieved a 100% union rate and an excellent functional outcome in 85% of patients.
Why the study?
Subtrochanteric femoral fractures are increasing in incidence and can rapidly lead to substantial blood loss and complications.
Population
25 patients with high subtrochanteric femur fractures
Comparison
Clamp-assisted reduction and intramedullary nailing
Design
Multicentric prospective prognostic study level 1
Follow-up
Average follow up of 11.5 months
Authors
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Highlights rising subtrochanteric fracture incidence; leaves open optimal strategies for blood loss and fixation by age group.
Cohort (n=20)
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Yes
Clamp-assisted mini open reduction with intramedullary nailing for subtrochanteric femoral fractures resulted in high union rates and excellent functional outcomes.
Prajapati et al. (2019) conducted a cohort in Subtrochanteric femoral fractures (n=20). Clamp assisted mini open reduction and internal fixation with intramedullary nailing was evaluated on Functional outcome based on modified Hip Outcome Score. Clamp-assisted mini open reduction and intramedullary nail fixation for subtrochanteric femoral fractures achieved a 100% union rate and an excellent functional outcome in 85% of patients.
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