The factors that affect blood loss in intertrochanteric fractures treated with proximal femoral nail in the elderly

Author(s):  
Harun Yasin Tüzün ◽  
Ahmet Burak Bilekli ◽  
Ömer Erşen
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wen-Bo Wei ◽  
Sha-Jie Dang ◽  
Ling Wei ◽  
MengXi Xin

Abstract Background: Although proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA) and bipolar hemiarthroplasty (BHA) are selected by most of the orthopaedic surgeons for elderly intertrochanteric fractures (ITFs) patients, there is still no consensus on the superiority of PFNA and BPH for ITFs in the elderly. The study aims to compare the curative effects of proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA) and cementless bipolar hemiarthroplasty (BHA) on ITFs in the elderly. Methods: From January 2012 to December 2016, a total of 62 patients participated in the study: BHA (Group B, n=30), PFNA (Group P, n=32). The fractures were classified according to Evans-Jensen. Hospitalization time, operation time, bleeding loss, Harris scores and postoperative complications were compared between the two groups. Results: The operation time was (125.76 ± 33.49) min and (94.38 ± 20.94) min in PFNA group and BHA group (P < 0.05); bleeding loss was (153.33 ± 59.96) mL and (335.31 ± 90.87) mL(P < 0.05); hospitalization time was (17.13 ± 2.92) days and (16.63 ± 3.64) days (P > 0.05); and the Harris scores were (73.20 ± 6.56) points and (68.91 ± 8.15) points (P < 0.05). There was no significant difference in postoperative complications between the two groups (P > 0.05). Conclusion: Both PFNA and BHA are safe and effective treatments for femoral intertrochanteric fractures in elderly patients. Nonetheless, BHA can be considered for those with the poor bone condition and short life expectancy.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juncheng Ge ◽  
Jinhui Ma ◽  
Bailiang Wang ◽  
Yu Zhou ◽  
Debo Yue ◽  
...  

Abstract Background To compare and analyze the therapeutic effect of Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation and hemiarthroplasty on intertrochanteric fracture. Methods 45 patients with intertrochanteric fractures (17 males and 28 females) admitted to our hospital from January 2016 to January 2018 were collected. The mean age was 84.82 ± 0.73 years. All injuries were caused by falls during daily activities. Patients were divided into two groups according to the surgical method: the first group was the hemiarthroplasty group, referred to as the hemiarthroplasty group, with a total of 22 patients, and the average length of hospital stay was 13.09 ± 5.03 days. According to the improved Evans-Jensen classification [5], there were 1 cases of III, 9 cases of IV, and 12 cases of V12.The second group was the Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation group, and the average length of hospital stay was 13.09 ± 6.97 days. According to the Evans-Jensen classification, 1 patient was III, 16 patients were IV, and 6 patients were V. Results Intraoperative blood loss was higher in the The Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation group than in the hemiarthroplasty group(P=0.034).In the postoperative recovery of the two groups, the time from operation to partial weight-bearing of the hemiarthroplasty group was shorter than that of the PFNA group༈p༝0.000༉, and the postoperative HHS of the hemiarthroplasty group was also better than the latter (p ༝0.0005). In terms of total cost during hospitalization, the Hemiarthroplasty group was less than the PFN group(p ༝ 0.017). One year after surgery, the mortality rate increased to 34% in the PNFA group and 9% in the hemiarthroplasty group( P = 0.038), which was statistically significant. Conclusion Hemiarthroplasty for intertrochanteric fractures in the elderly can reduce intraoperative blood loss, achieve early recovery, improve survival rates, and reduce the economic burden on patients


Author(s):  
Arvind Kumar S. M. ◽  
Arun Kumar B.

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Intertrochanteric fractures occur mostly in elderly patients, and the outcome may be extremely poor if there is prolonged bed-rest. The best treatment for trochanteric fracture remains controversial. Proximal femoral nail antirotation (PFNA) II has excellent fit as the design is adapted to the anatomical situation of small statured patients also. It has a medial lateral angle of 5 degrees. It has several distal locking options viz static/dynamic. Objective of this study was to observe the operating time, blood loss and fracture union in intertrochanteric fractures treated with PFNA II from the data collected from patient’s case sheets and post-operative X-rays.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> 25 patients who were operated with PFNA II for unstable intertrochanteric fracture were selected using random selection and following parameters were noted from the records.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> The mean age of the participants is 70.72±8.55 years with range from 52 years to 89 years. The mean duration was 1.98 hours ±0.66. The median duration was 2 with interquartile range from 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Mean blood loss was estimated to be 390 ml±62.78. The median blood loss was 370 ml with interquartile range from 360 to 420 ml.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> The PFNA II is an ideal implant for unstable intertrochanteric fracture since stable intramedullary fixation can be achieved with almost 100% union in the studied population.</p>


Author(s):  
SPS Gill ◽  
Ankit Mittal ◽  
Manish Raj ◽  
Satosh Singh ◽  
Ajay Rajpoot ◽  
...  

Introduction: Despite recent evolution in the operating techniques and surgical implants, debate continues around the choice of implant for the management of intertrochanteric fractures of femur bone. There is a paucity of clinical data on the results with Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation (PFNA). Aim: To evaluate the functional and radiological outcome of reduction and fixation of these fractures with PFNA. Materials and Methods: This prospective interventional study was conducted from december 2015 to november 2018. A total of 62 patients of more than 50 years of age with intertrochanteric fracture were managed with internal fixation using PFNA. All the pateints were evaluated with respect to the mean operative time, blood loss. Fluoroscopy exposure, time to union and development of any complication. The statistical analysis involved calculation of the mean and Standard Deviations (SD) of above parameters which was done using the Microsoft excel chart sheet. Functional evaluation was done using the Harris Hip Score (HHS). Results: A total of 62 patients with age ranging from 54 to 94 years (mean 78.2, SD 09.11) were evaluated. The mean duration of follow-up was 14.3 months. The average operative time, the mean blood loss and the average fluoroscopy time were 61.4 (range 45-90 minutes, SD 11.6) minutes, 103.9 (range 60-200 mL, SD 36.4) mL and 74.0 (range 41 to 98, SD 13.5) seconds respectively. About 100% union rate with the average time to union being 16.1 (SD 3.3) weeks and ranging from 12 weeks to 24 weeks was reported. Varus collapse and limb shortening >1 cm were observed in 3 patients. The average HHS at the end of study showed a mean value of 82.8 (SD 8.6) and ranged from 65 to 94 with 46 (74.2%) patients having excellent to good outcome. Conclusion: Owing to easy insertion, reduced operative time and blood loss, stable fixation, less complications and good functional and radiological outcome, PFNA can prove to be an implant of choice for the management of intertrochantric fractures of the femur.


2021 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-18
Author(s):  
Sandeep Gurung ◽  
Gopalsagar DC

Introduction: Intertrochanteric fractures account for approximately half of the hip fractures in the elderly because of the osteoporotic nature of the bone. There are various modalities to treat these fractures. The objective of this study was to compare and evaluate the clinical and radiological outcome of intertrochanteric femur fracture treated with Dynamic hip screw (DHS) and proximal femoral nail (PFN). Methods: This study was conducted at Nepalgunj medical college, Department of orthopedics Nepalgunj over a time span of two years. A total of 52 patients were included and randomized into Dynamic hip screw (n=26) and Proximal femoral nail (n=26) group. Patient’s demographic details, perioperative findings, radiological findings and follow up findings were recorded. The results were evaluated and compared. Results: The mean age in our study was 57.63 years. Trivial fall was the most common mode of injury. There was significantly higher intraoperative blood loss in the DHS group. Radiological union and functional outcomes were similar overall, but in case of unstable fracture functional outcome was clinically better in PFN group. Conclusion: From our study we concluded that PFN has better outcome in case of unstable intertrochanteric fractures, however in stable fracture also it has distinct advantage over DHS.


Author(s):  
Mahendra Kumar Reddy Mundla ◽  
Mohammad Rafi Shaik ◽  
Someswara Reddy Buchupalli ◽  
Chandranna B.

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Intertrochanteric (IT) fracture is one of the most common fractures of the femur in the female and elderly with osteoporotic bones, usually due to simple falls. Not many studies compared the treatment of dynamic hip screw (DHS) and proximal femoral nail (PFN), in type II intertrochanteric fractures. Hence, this study was done to compare the management, complications, functional and radiological outcome of PFN with DHS in management of type II intertrochanteric fractures<span lang="EN-IN">.</span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> This prospective comparative study was conducted on 60 patients of IT fractures at Santhiram General Hospital, Nandyal, Kurnool (Dist.) during the period May 2016 to September 2017. 30 cases were operated with proximal femoral nail (PFN) and 30 by using dynamic hip screw (DHS). Intraoperative details, complications and outcome of the procedures were noted, compared and analysed statistically.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> The mean age in DHS group was 57.5 and PFN group was 56.5 yrs. Female preponderance was observed in the study. Most of the injuries were on right side due to slip and fall in both the groups. Mean radiographic exposure (60 sec) and duration of operation (90 min) were more in PFN group compared to DHS group. Mean blood loss was 230 ml in PFN group and 320 ml in DHS group. Better anatomical and functional results were observed in PFN group compared to DHS group<span lang="EN-IN">. </span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> PFN is the better surgical procedure for elderly patients with IT fractures in terms of reduced blood loss, shorter operating time, rotational stability, good fixation, less morbidity and good outcome (anatomical and functional)<span lang="EN-IN">.</span></p><p> </p>


2020 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 215145932093644
Author(s):  
Tomohiro Matsumura ◽  
Tsuneari Takahashi ◽  
Mitsuharu Nakashima ◽  
Yoshiya Nibe ◽  
Katsushi Takeshita

Introduction: The TFN-ADVANCED Proximal Femoral Nailing System (TFNA) 235 mm (DePuySynthes) and Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation (PFNA)-II 240 mm (DePuySynthes) were developed to obtain better stability for patients with trochanteric hip fractures without increasing surgical time and amount of blood loss. However, there are currently no studies concerning clinical and radiological outcomes of patients treated using these proximal femoral nails (PFNs) that have been performed in the Japanese population. The aim of this study was to retrospectively evaluate the clinical outcomes associated with 235 to 240 mm PFNs for Japanese patients >70 years old with trochanteric hip fractures who could walk independently before the injury. Materials and Methods: This study involved a retrospective analysis of data on trochanteric hip fracture patients who had undergone internal fixation from March 2016 to June 2018. The inclusion criteria were patients >70 years old with trochanteric hip fractures who could walk independently before the injury and were followed up for ≥3 months after surgery. Initially, 124 patients were identified, but 33 of these were excluded because other implants were used for internal fixation. Of the remaining 91 patients in whom PFNs were used at the time of internal fixation who were included for the perioperative evaluation, 66 patients followed up for ≥3 months were included in the clinical evaluations. Results: The average surgical time was 56.8 ± 19.6 minutes (range, 23-123 minutes). The average blood loss was 89 ± 41 mL (range, 0-245 mL). The union rate was 98%. Discussion: There were no cases of nail jamming, and all nails were successfully inserted below the end of the distal isthmus without additional reaming to dilate the canal. Conclusions: Proximal femoral nails were a useful implant in Japanese elderly patients with trochanteric hip fractures and gave comparable clinical outcomes despite the femoral length being short and occurrence of intensive bowing.


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