Intertrochanteric fracture is a type of femur (thigh bone) head fracture. It is very common in the elderly population and the major cause is ground-level falls. One may need special x-rays or scans to visualize the fracture. It generally needs surgical treatment and stabilization of the joint with hip screws and nails used for this purpose.
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How is an intertrochanteric fracture treated?
Query: Hello doctor, My father is 93 years old with several comorbidities. He fell suddenly, and this happens to be his first fracture. High blood pressure and diabetes both are under control with medication. He also has two stents and a bioprosthetic valve. He suffered a fractured hip. It appears to be an... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The images attached have very poor quality (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your father has a three-part intertrochanteric fracture and does not require a hip arthroplasty. Hip salvage surgery is indicated. My choice for an implant is a proximal femoral... Read Full »
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