Unstable intertrochanteric fracture in elderly treated with bipolar hemiarthroplasty: A prospective case series

Dr. Arvind Arora; Dr. Bibhas Das Gupta

Volume : V, Issue : IX, September - 2016

Unstable intertrochanteric fracture in elderly treated with bipolar hemiarthroplasty: A prospective case series

Dr. Arvind Arora, Dr. Bibhas Das Gupta

Abstract :

Intertrochanteric fractures in osteoporotic bones which are grossly comminuted are highly unstable and difficult to treat. Conservative treatment with traction and prolonged immobilization lands up with many complications. Rate of failure with internal fixation, with dynamic hip screws has been found to be high, especially in osteoporotic bones. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of cemented hemiarthroplasty in the management of proximal femoral fractures in elderly patients with severe osteoporosis