ArticleAmerican journal of translational research2024
Comparison of postoperative pain between InterTan and proximal femoral nail anti-rotation in femoral intertrochanteric fractures: a retrospective study.
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- Comparison of integrated dual-lag screw versus single lag screw cephalomedullary nails for intertrochanteric femoral fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2026Pooled it
- Implants for fixation of intertrochanteric femoral fracture: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025Pooled it
- Intertrochanteric fractures treated with proximal femoral bionic nail versus proximal femoral nail antirotation versus InterTan Nail: A meta-analysis.Journal of orthopaedics · 2026Review
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Abstract
objectiveTo compare the postoperative pain experienced by elderly patients with unstable trochanteric fractures treated with proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA) and InterTan Nail, focusing on identifying differences among this demographic.
methodsA total of 40 elderly patients (age >80 years old) underwent treatment with either the PFNA Nail or InterTan Nail. Observational metrics included the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for pain, changes in implant position via X-ray, blood loss, fixation failures, and Harris Hip Scores (HHS) to assess complications and hip function at various time points.
resultsThe study included 26 patients in the PFNA Nail group (Group A) and 26 patients in the InterTan Nail group (Group B). No significant differences were found in the main observational indicators between the two groups (all P>0.05). Both groups showed significant improvement in HHS post-surgery (all P<0.05). However, early post-operative pain scores were lower in the Group B (3.65±1.2) compared to Group A (5.5±0.9) (P<0.001).
conclusionsDespite different implant materials being used, outcomes in both groups were consistent and reliable among elderly patients. No significant differences were observed in terms of postoperative functional recovery, mortality, or complications between the groups. Notably, in the early postoperative period (3 days postoperatively), the Group B demonstrated significantly superior pain scores.
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