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ArticleLife (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Femoral Fracture in Pregnancy: A Case Report and Review of Data from the Literature.

Ștefan-Dragoș Tîrnovanu, Elena Cojocaru, Bogdan Veliceasa, Norin Forna, Adrian-Claudiu Carp, Bogdan Puha, Alexandru Filip, Awad Dmour, Dragoș-Cristian Popescu, Ovidiu Alexa and 2 more

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Ștefan-Dragoș TîrnovanuDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0009-0006-2624-8890
Elena CojocaruDepartment of Morphofunctional Sciences I, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0000-0001-7859-840X
Bogdan VeliceasaDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-9941-3424
Norin FornaDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-5637-2095
Adrian-Claudiu CarpDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.
Bogdan PuhaDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.
Alexandru FilipDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.
Awad DmourDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0009-0005-1154-7145
Dragoș-Cristian PopescuDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.
Ovidiu AlexaDepartment of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.
Sorana-Caterina AntonDepartment of Mother and Child Medicine, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.
Mihaela-Camelia TîrnovanuDepartment of Mother and Child Medicine, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.

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Abstract

backgroundOrthopedic trauma during pregnancy is a rare yet complex medical challenge, impacting both maternal and fetal health. Among these, femoral fractures are particularly uncommon but require careful management to minimize maternal and fetal risks.

methodsWe report the case of a 28-year-old woman, gravida 4, para 3, at 40 weeks of gestation, who sustained a left mid-femoral diaphyseal fracture following a low-energy fall. A multidisciplinary team approach, including obstetric, orthopedic, anesthetic, and neonatal specialists, was employed. Preoperative imaging by X-ray was performed under lead-apron protection. The patient underwent an emergency C-section, followed by closed reduction and internal fixation with an intramedullary nail.

resultsThe surgical intervention was successful, with minimal radiation exposure. Postoperative management included thromboprophylaxis, calcium, vitamin D supplementation, and physiotherapy. The patient recovered well, achieving fracture healing within three months. Postpartum bone density assessment was recommended, suspecting pregnancy- and lactation-associated osteoporosis.

conclusionsManaging femoral fractures during pregnancy necessitates a balance between maternal and fetal well-being. A collaborative, multidisciplinary approach ensures optimal outcomes. Early surgical intervention, proper radiation precautions, and postpartum bone health assessment are crucial in these cases. Further research is needed to understand risk factors and preventive strategies for pregnancy-associated osteoporosis.

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femoral shaft fracture in pregnancyintramedullary nailing during pregnancymultidisciplinary trauma management in pregnancypregnancy-associated osteoporosisradiation safety in obstetric orthopedic surgery

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