ArticleGeriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation2025
CT-Based Evaluation of Bone Mineral Density Distribution of Proximal Femur in Patients With Femoral Trochanteric Fracture.
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- Measurement of the principal compressive trabeculae in the midcoronal plane of proximal femur and its significance in lag screw fixation.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2026Article
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Background: Surgical treatment of proximal femoral fractures typically involves fixation with intramedullary nailing or sliding hip screws, where screws inserted into the femoral head stabilize the fracture site. However, few studies have quantitatively assessed the distribution of bone density and quality within the femoral head. We investigated the distribution of bone mineral density (BMD) within the proximal femoral head, evaluated inter-patient variability, and examined associated factors based on computed tomography (CT) values. Methods: This multicenter prospective observational study included 100 patients with femoral trochanteric fractures. Preoperative CT images were obtained from the first lumbar vertebra to the distal end of the femur. Using 3D Slicer (version 7), the proximal uninjured femur was segmented and reconstructed into a 3D model. The volume and CT values (Hounsfield units [HU]) of the proximal femur and femoral head were measured. Additionally, CT values were used to assess the bone volume and distribution of low bone-density areas (0-100 HU) and high bone-density areas (≥300 HU) in the femoral head. Results: The average bone volume and CT values of proximal femur and femoral head were 90,641 mm Conclusion: A distribution of CT values within the femoral head is characteristic of patients with femoral trochanteric fractures. Using HU values from CT imaging to predict bone fragility preoperatively may aid in assessing the risk of postoperative complications.
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