WebbA femoral nail specially designed for trochanteric insertion resulted in equally high union rates, equally low complication rates, and functional results similar to conventional … WebbA trochanteric or piriformis entry can be chosen for the nail insertion site. 1 In addition, the patient with a femur fracture can be treated with retrograde nailing supine on a fracture table. 2. This video demonstrates antegrade nailing in the supine position for a midshaft femur fracture in a morbidly obese patient using a fracture table.
Subtrochanteric Fractures of the Femur Musculoskeletal Key
Webb29 sep. 2013 · Earlier studies with piriformis entry had patients with complications such as avascular necrosis [ 16 ], coxa valga, and growth arrest of the greater trochanter [ 19 ]. Subsequent studies of nail designs with a lateral entry point report no such complication [ … Webb20 aug. 2013 · Femoral shaft fracture is a commonly encountered injury. Intramedullary (IM) nailing is the preferred method for treating the fracture and viewed as the standard care for femoral shaft fractures. There are three entry points for IM nailing: 1) the piriformis fossa, 1) 2) the intercondylar notch, 2) and 3) the greater trochanter. gov thornburg of pa
Subtrochanteric Fractures - Trauma - Orthobullets
WebbIntramedullary fixation of femoral shaft fractures with the use of modern intramedullary nails, (PDF) Assessment of post-operative functional outcome after antegrade femoral … Webb• In conclusion lateral trochanteric entry rigid nailing is safe and effective for adolescent femoral shaft fractures with open physes Keeler et al. Antegrade Intramedullary Nailing of Pediatric Femoral Fractures Using an Interlocking Pediatric Femoral Nail and a Lateral Trocanteric Entry Point. J Pediatri Orthop. 2009;29:345-351. children\u0027s hospital red wagon