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[Complications after pertrochanteric fractures].

B Füchtmeier1, F Gebhard, A Lenich

  • 1Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Orthopädie und Sportmedizin, Krankenhaus Barmherzige Brüder, Prüfeninger Straße 86, 93049, Regensburg, Deutschland. bernd.fuechtmeier@barmherzige-regensburg.de

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Pertrochanteric femur fractures are common in elderly patients over 85. Current surgical treatments like osteosynthesis have high complication rates and unsatisfactory functional outcomes, necessitating further research into optimal management strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Traumatology
  • Geriatric Medicine

Background:

  • Femoral neck and intertrochanteric fractures are highly prevalent, particularly in individuals over 85.
  • Osteosynthesis is the standard surgical intervention, with both extramedullary and intramedullary nails being common approaches.
  • Existing literature lacks consensus on the superiority of one osteosynthesis method over another, and complication rates remain a significant concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current treatment options for femoral neck and intertrochanteric fractures.
  • To analyze the efficacy and complication rates associated with osteosynthesis.
  • To discuss total joint replacement as an alternative for specific patient populations.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on surgical management of proximal femur fractures.
  • Analysis of complication rates associated with different osteosynthesis techniques.
  • Evaluation of functional outcomes and patient-reported pain levels post-surgery.

Main Results:

  • Osteosynthesis, using either extramedullary or intramedullary nails, is the primary treatment, but offers no clear advantage between techniques.
  • High complication rates persist, including secondary reduction loss, hip screw cutout, femoral neck shortening, and local irritation.
  • Functional outcomes are often suboptimal, with many patients experiencing persistent pain, loss of independence, and reduced social engagement.

Conclusions:

  • Current osteosynthesis methods for proximal femur fractures present significant challenges with high complication rates and limited functional recovery.
  • Total joint replacement is a viable alternative in severe osteoporosis with osteoarthritis but carries risks like dislocation and increased short-term mortality.
  • Further research is needed to improve surgical outcomes and patient quality of life following treatment for these common fractures.