Comparative study on evaluation of results of DHS versus PFN in management of intertrochanteric fractures femur
Dr. Bilal Ahmad Lone,
Dr. Suheel Mushtaq,
Dr. Shahid Shabir
Abstract:Introduction: Inter-trochanteric fractures constitute 38-50% of all femoral fractures' and 5-20% of fractures as whole. The treatments for trochanteric fractures try to regain early mobility and limit morbidity and risk of reoperations. The most currently used dynamic hip screw (DHS) and the proximal femoral nail (PFN) are both with pros and cons. The aim of this study was to compare operative management and functional outcome of femoral intertrochanteric fractures by dynamic hip screw v/s proximal femoral nai… Show more
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