Ipsilateral Intertrochanteric Fracture with Posterior Dislocation of Hip

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic surgery
• Trauma surgery

Background:

• High-energy trauma frequently causes hip dislocations, often accompanied by fractures.
• Hip fracture-dislocations involving the ipsilateral femoral trochanter are exceptionally rare.

Observation:

• A 50-year-old male sustained a fall, resulting in posterior hip dislocation and a comminuted intertrochanteric fracture of the left hip.
• The patient presented with severe hip pain and inability to bear weight on the affected limb.

Findings:

• The study reports a rare case of irreducible posterior hip dislocation with an ipsilateral intertrochanteric fracture.
• Management involved open reduction and osteosynthesis, achieving a successful outcome.

Implications:

• Early diagnosis and prompt surgical intervention are crucial for managing this rare traumatic entity.
• This case highlights a successful treatment approach for a complex hip fracture-dislocation, potentially improving patient prognosis.