Percutaneous compression plate versus proximal femoral nail anti-rotation in treating elderly patients with intertrochanteric fractures: a prospective randomized study

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 to the PFNA device. However, by final follow-up (~16.9 months) pain, Oxford Hip Scores, Harris Hip Scores, hip flexion and walking ability were all comparable between groups.