ArticleThe open orthopaedics journal2015
Treatment of Unstable Intertrochanteric Fractureswith Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation II: Our Experience in Indian Patients.
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- Evaluation of Functional and Radiological Outcome of Different Cephalomedullary Nail Designs in Intertrochanteric Fractures of Femur.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2025Article
- Short versus long proximal femoral nail anti-rotation-II (PFNA-II) in the management of unstable intertrochanteric fractures.International journal of burns and trauma · 2025Article
- Hip biomechanics, health-related quality of life and walking ability after intramedullary fixation in intertrochanteric fracture: a prospective cohort study.International journal of burns and trauma · 2025Article
- Design innovation and rationale of the intramedullary implants for treating Intertrochanteric fractures: A review.Journal of clinical orthopaedics and trauma · 2024Article
- Comparative efficacy of proximal femoral nailWorld journal of orthopedics · 2024Article
- The Functional Outcome of Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation-2 (PFNA-2) in Peritrochanteric Fractures of the Femur.Cureus · 2024Article
- A comparative study of Proximal Femoral Nail (PFN) versus Dynamic Condylar Screw (DCS) in management of unstable trochanteric fractures.International journal of burns and trauma · 2022Article
- Outcomes of Ipsilateral Femoral Neck and Shaft Fractures Treated With Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation 2.Cureus · 2021Article
- Which implant is better for beginners to learn to treat geriatric intertrochanteric femur fractures: A randomised controlled trial of surgeons, metalwork, and patients.Journal of orthopaedic translation · 2020Article
- The Results of Unstable Intertrochanteric Femur Fracture Treated with Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation-2 with respect to Different Greater Trochanteric Entry Points.Advances in orthopedics · 2020Article
- Comparison of radiological and functional outcome of unstable intertrochanteric femur fractures treated using PFN and PFNA-2 in patients with osteoporosis.European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie · 2019Article
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Abstract
introductionUnstable intertrochanteric fractures are difficult to manage and the choice of implant is critical for fracture fixation. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the functional and radiological outcome of proximal femoral nail antirotationII (PFNA II) in the treatment of unstable intertrochanteric fractures. MATERIALS AND
methodsWe reviewed 45 patients of unstable intertrochanteric fractures, who were treated with the PFNA II between 2011 and 2013. Of which, 3 patients were died within 6 months of follow up. Hence, 42 patients were available for the study including 26 men and 16 women. The mean age was 61 years (range, 35 -90). Clinical evaluation was done using Harris hip score. The position of the blade in the femoral head was evaluated using Cleveland zones and tip apex distance. The fracture reduction was assessed using the Garden Alignment Index and postoperative fracture gap (mm) measurement.
resultsThe mean follow up period was 15.3 months (range, 9-27). Excellent to good results were accounted for 78% of cases according to Harris hip score. No cases of cut out or breakage of the implant noted. Implant removal was done in 2 patients due to persistent anterior thigh pain.
conclusionWe recommend PFNA II for fixation of unstable intertrochanteric fractures with less operative time and low complication rate. However, proper operative technique is important for achieving fracture stability and to avoid major complications.
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