Early Clinical Outcomes of Short versus Long Proximal Femoral Nail Anti-rotation (PFNA) in the Treatment of Intertrochanteric Fractures

INTRODUCTION: Both short and long PFNA are employed to treat intertrochanteric fractures. Controversy exists in the choice between the two nails as each implant has specific characteristics and theoretical advantages. This retrospective study seeks to examine the operative complication rates and cli...

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Main Authors: Loh JLM, Huang DME, Lei J, Yeo W, Wong MK
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Malaysian Orthopaedic Association 2021-07-01
Series:Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal
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Online Access:https://www.morthoj.org/2021/v15n2/femoral-nail-intertrochanteric.pdf