Prophylactic Nailing of Incomplete Atypical Femoral Fractures

Introduction. Recent reports have described the occurrence of low-energy subtrochanteric and femoral shaft fractures associated with long-term bisphosphonate use. Although information regarding the surgical treatment of these atypical femoral fractures is increasing, it is unclear if the preventive...

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Main Authors: Chang-Wug Oh, Jong-Keon Oh, Ki-Chul Park, Joon-Woo Kim, Yong-Cheol Yoon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:The Scientific World Journal
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/450148