Simultaneous bilateral trochanteric and subtrochanteric fractures: case reports

We report three cases of very rare simultaneous bilateral trochanteric and subtrochanteric fractures. These combined fractures are severe, life-threatening injuries that should be treated according to the principles of treatment of multiple injuries. Adequate fluid resuscitation, early one-stage internal fixation of both fractures, and early mobilization of the patient are the major determinants of successful outcome.