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Complex proximal femoral fractures in the elderly managed by reconstruction nailing
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Description: Conclusion
Favourable fixation of unstable complex femoral fractures in the elderly population can be achieved with the Russell-Taylor reconstruction nail. However, use of this device in this frail population was associated with a high implant complication and mortality rate that undoubtedly reflected the severity of the injury sustained, co-morbidity within the group and the stress of a major surgical procedure.Complex proximal femoral fractures in the elderly managed by reconstruction nailing – complications & outcomes: a retrospective analysis
Ulfin Rethnam, James Cordell-Smith, Thirumoolanathan M Kumar and Amit Sinha Journal of Trauma Management & Outcomes 2007, 1:7 Full text
Type: Reference Material
Author/Contact: Rethnam et al
Institution: Journal of Trauma Management & Outcomes
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- - OCOSH Classification: Trauma: Fractures: Femur Fractures: Hip Fractures: Subtrochanteric Fractures
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Added: Wed Oct 27 2010