Abstract
Inter-trochanteric fractures of the femur are commonly seen in the elderly. Surgical fixation of these fractures significantly reduces the morbidity and mortality in the elderly by avoiding complications arising out of prolonged bed rest. Several implants have been designed for the treatment of these fractures. In this study we analyzed the functional and radiological outcome in inter-trochanteric fractures fixed with stainless steel proximal femoral nail. We concluded that stainless steel proximal femoral nail is an ideal implant for the fixation of these fractures.
Key words: Inter-trochanteric fracture, Proximal femoral nail.
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Corresponding Author
Ashish Kumar Jose
Department of Orthopaedics,
Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute, Pondicherry, India
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v3i11.15
