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Finite element comparative analysis of three different internal fixation methods in the treatment of Pauwels type III femoral neck fractures
BackgroundComparison of 4 cannulated lag screws (3 inverted triangular cannulated screws + anti-rotating screws;4 CLS), dynamic hip...
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Femoral neck fractures in non-geriatric patients: femoral neck system versus cannulated cancellous screw
BackgroundThe fractures of femoral neck account for 50% among hip fractures with around 3%-10% occurring in younger population of below 65 years. The...
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Low avascular necrosis rates in femoral neck fractures: efficacy of cannulated screw fixation
PurposeCannulated screw fixation for femoral neck fractures is often limited by concerns of avascular necrosis (AVN) occurring, historically seen in...
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Usefulness of DXA-based bone strain index in postmenopausal women with type 2 diabetes mellitus
SummaryBone Strain Index (BSI) is a new dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA)-based index. We retrospectively evaluated data from 153 postmenopausal...
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Treatment of femoral neck fractures using actis stem: complication rate in 188 uncemented hemiarthroplasties
IntroductionCemented hemiarthroplasty (HA) is preferred in treating dislocated femoral neck fractures in elderly, osteoporotic patients, since...
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Positive buttress reduction in femoral neck fractures: a literature review
BackgroundFemoral neck fractures (FNFs) in young adults are usually caused by high-energy trauma, and their treatment remains a challenging issue for...
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Predictors of and predictive nomogram for cut-out of proximal femur nail anti-rotation device in intertrochanteric fractures
PurposeThis study determined independent predictors and developed a predictive nomogram for failed correction of intertrochanteric fractures due to...
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Operative treatment of periprosthetic fractures of the proximal femur with a contralateral, upside-down LISS plate in elderly patients
BackgroundIncreasing expectancy of life and levels of activity in the growing geriatric population lead to a rising number of prosthetic implants of...
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A biomechanical comparison of three fixation methods for unstable femoral neck fractures with medial calcar defect
BackgroundUnstable femoral neck fractures with medial calcar defects are difficult to manage. The optimal fixation methods for these fractures have...
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Biomechanical effects of internal fixation with self-lock compression anti-rotation blade for Pauwels type III femoral neck fractures: a comparative finite element analysis
BackgroundSelf-lock compression anti-rotation blade (SCAB) is a novel internal fixation implant for femoral neck fractures (FNF). We conducted this...
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The association between three-dimensional measurement of posterior tilt angle in impacted femoral neck fractures and osteonecrosis of the femoral head
BackgroundHollow screw internal fixation is commonly used in clinical treatment of impacted femoral neck fractures. Previous studies have...
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Atypical femur fractures associated with bisphosphonate therapy: post-operative outcomes
PurposeBisphosphonates are commonly used medication for the treatment of osteoporosis, and a well-established complication of this medication is...
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Exploring the displacement characteristics of Garden III femoral neck fractures and the reliability, validity, and value of the anteroposterior Garden Index in assessing displacement severity
BackgroundFemoral neck fractures represent a significant public health concern, particularly in the elderly population. A thorough understanding and...
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Effect analysis of medial bracing plate combined with cannulated screw in unstable femoral neck fracture assisted by surgical hip dislocation: a retrospective study
BackgroundUnstable femoral neck fractures have a high likelihood of causing severe disruption to the blood supply. This study aimed to assess the...
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Cost-effectiveness analysis of surgical proximal femur fracture prevention in elderly: a Markov cohort simulation model
BackgroundHip fractures are a common and costly health problem, resulting in significant morbidity and mortality, as well as high costs for...
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Outcomes of three cannulated screws in a modified triangular transverse configuration for fixation of intra-capsular femoral neck fractures
BackgroundIntra-capsular femoral neck fractures (FNF) are commonly encountered in trauma settings and are associated with high rates of morbidity and...
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Patient Positioning for Proximal Femur Fracture Fixation: a Review of Best Practices
Purpose of ReviewProximal femur fractures are common traumatic injuries treated by orthopedic surgeons. Preparation and positioning for surgical...
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Orthopaedic surgical documentation: pre-templated operation notes significantly improve documentation of surgical procedures
ObjectivesThe Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS) Good Surgical Practice guidance identifies essential criteria for surgical operation note...
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Single lag screw and reverse distal femur locking compression plate for concurrent cervicotrochanteric and shaft fractures of the femur: biomechanical study validated with a clinical series
BackgroundThe optimal surgical management of concurrent cervicotrochanteric and shaft fractures of the femur has not been consensual. The authors...
