Vol. 10, Issue 2 (2024)
Fixed angle blade plating versus intramedullary nailing for Subtrochanteric femoral fractures: A case series
Author(s):
Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Gupta
Abstract:
Aim: To compare closed intramedullary nailing to open reduction and internal fixation using a fixed angle blade plate for the management of subtrochanteric femoral fractures.
Methods: 58 patients were equally randomised to undergo either an intramedullary nailing (IN) or fixed angle blade plating (BP).
Results: There were no significant differences between the 2 groups with regard to age, time to surgery, operating time, receipt of blood transfusions, duration of hospital stay, or fracture classification. The revision rate was significant (28%) in the BP group and none in the IN group.
Conclusion: Internal fixation using a fixed angle blade plate for subtrochanteric femoral fractures has higher implant failure and revision rates, compared to closed intramedullary nailing.
Pages: 85-87 | 284 Views 164 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Gupta. Fixed angle blade plating versus intramedullary nailing for Subtrochanteric femoral fractures: A case series. Int. J. Orthop. Sci. 2024;10(2):85-87. DOI: 10.22271/ortho.2024.v10.i2b.3533
