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Percutaneous compression plate vs proximal femoral nail for intertrochanteric fracture
February 2014
Percutaneous compression plate vs proximal femoral nail for intertrochanteric fracture
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Percutaneous compression plate versus proximal femoral nail anti-rotation in treating elderly patients with intertrochanteric fractures: a prospective randomized study
J Orthop Sci. 2013 Nov;18(6):977-86Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
90 elderly patients (>60 years of age) with intertrochanteric hip fractures underwent surgical implantation of a percutaneous compression plate (PCCP) or a proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA) device. The purpose was to evaluate the clinical and functional outcomes resulting from the differing treatment approaches. The PCCP resulted in reduced blood loss and shorter operation times compared...
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