The clinical outcomes of early internal fixation for undisplaced femoral neck fractures and early full weight-bearing in elderly patients

2014 ◽  
Vol 134 (7) ◽  
pp. 941-946 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ji Wan Kim ◽  
Seong-Eun Byun ◽  
Jae Suk Chang
Keyword(s):  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Full Weight Bearing

scholarly journals Nomogram for predicting reoperation following internal fixation of nondisplaced femoral neck fractures in elderly patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jian Zhu ◽  
Hongzhi Hu ◽  
Xiangtian Deng ◽  
Yiran Zhang ◽  
Xiaodong Cheng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Calibration Curve ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression ◽  
Independent Risk Factors

Abstract Objective We aimed to evaluate risk factors and develop a nomogram for reoperation after internal fixation of nondisplaced femoral neck fractures (FNFs) in elderly patients. Methods We conducted a retrospective study involving a total of 255 elderly patients who underwent closed reduction and internal fixation with cannulated screw system for nondisplaced FNFs between January 2016 and January 2019. We collected data on demographics, preoperative radiological parameters, surgery, serum biochemical markers, and postoperative rehabilitation. In addition, we performed univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses to determine independent risk factors for reoperation, and then developed a nomogram to assess the risks of reoperation. Besides, discriminative ability, calibration, and clinical usefulness of the nomogram were evaluated using the concordance index (C-index), the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve, calibration curve and decision curve analysis (DCA), respectively. We employed bootstrap method to validate the performance of the developed nomogram. Results Our analysis showed that among the 255 patients, 28 (11.0%) underwent reoperation due to osteonecrosis of the femoral head (14 cases), mechanical failure (8 cases) or nonunion (6 cases). All of the 28 patients underwent conversion surgery to arthroplasty. The multivariate logistic regression analysis demonstrated that preoperative posterior tilt angle ≥ 20°, Pauwel’s III type, younger patients, preoperative elevated levels of alkaline phosphatase (ALP), preoperative hypoalbuminemia, and early postoperative weight-bearing were independent risk factors for reoperation. In addition, the C-index and the bootstrap value of the developed nomogram was 0.850 (95% CI = 0.803–0.913) and 0.811, respectively. Besides, the calibration curve showed good consistency between the actual diagnosed reoperation and the predicted probability, while the DCA indicated that the nomogram was clinically valuable. Conclusions Our analysis showed we successfully developed and validated a nomogram for personalized prediction of reoperation after internal fixation of nondisplaced FNFs in elderly patients. This model would help in individualized evaluation of the need for reoperation and inform strategies aimed at eliminating the need for the reoperation.

scholarly journals Pediatric Femoral Neck Fractures

2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 198-204
Author(s):  
Ramji Lal Sahu
Keyword(s):  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Delayed Union ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Full Weight Bearing ◽  
Coxa Vara ◽  
Anatomical Reduction ◽  
Mean Time

Introduction: Femoral neck fractures are rare injuries in children, but the high incidence of long term complications make it an important clinical entity. The aim of this prospective study was to analyze the clinical outcomes of pediatric femur neck fractures. Methods: The study included 16 children (10 boys and 6 girls) who sustained femoral neck fractures and completed an average follow-up of 28 months. The children were treated with anatomical reduction and internal fixation with partially threaded cancellous screws. The outcomes were clinically and radio logically assessed for fracture healing, joint movements and implant failure. Results: The mean age of included patients was 10 years (range, 6 to 16 years) and the average followup was 28 months (range, 17 -48 months). Coxa- vara was the most common complication Other complications included nonunion associated with Partial a vascular necrosis and delayed union was seen in one case but later on it had been corrected. Two cases of slight coxa vara were seen radiologically but clinically patients had no problem in walking and daily activities. All children achieved union in a mean time of 10 weeks (range from 6 - 16 weeks) except two cases. Full weight bearing was possible in a mean time of 8.8 weeks. The results were excellent in 68.75% and good in 18.75% patients. Conclusions: We conclude that the early operation using anatomical reduction and internal fixation of pediatric femoral neck fracture offers the best results and provide early healing less complication with good results and is economical. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjms.v13i2.18303 Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.13(2) 2014 p.198-204

scholarly journals Cementless Stem for Femoral Neck Fractures in a Patient’s 10th Decade of Life: High Rate of Periprosthetic Fractures

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 215145931876538 ◽  
Author(s):  
Method Kabelitz ◽  
Yannick Fritz ◽  
Patrick Grueninger ◽  
Christoph Meier ◽  
Patrick Fries ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Periprosthetic Fractures ◽  
Full Weight Bearing ◽  
Morbidity Rate ◽  
Old Patients ◽  
Invasive Approach ◽  
Very Old ◽  
Very Old Patients

Background: Subsidence of cementless femoral stems in hemiarthroplasty (HA) and increased fracture rates are ongoing concerns of orthopedic surgeons when treating fractures in very old patients. Additionally, bone cement implantation syndrome may result in perioperative cardiac or pulmonary complications, especially in older patients, leading to morbidity and mortality. This study was performed to analyze possible subsidence and intraoperative fractures in a cohort of very old patients treated with cementless stems. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed a consecutive cohort of patients aged ≥90 years with femoral neck fractures treated by uncemented HA and an anterior minimally invasive approach. Immediate full-weight bearing was allowed postoperatively. Pelvic radiographs were examined for subsidence immediately postoperatively and 6 weeks later. Results: We treated 109 patients (74% women; mean age, 93 years; range, 90-102 years) by HA from January 2010 to March 2016. The 30-day mortality rate was 16%, and the morbidity rate was 47%. There were 11 (12%) intraoperative fractures: 8 (Vancouver B2) had to be addressed immediately during the primary operation, while 3 (1 Vancouver B1 and 2 Vancouver AG) were treated conservatively. One periprosthetic femoral fracture (Vancouver B1) was documented during follow-up. In 17 patients, subsidence of >2.0 mm (median, 3.9 mm; range, 2.5-9.0 mm) was documented. Conclusion: Early subsidence was low in this very old cohort treated with an uncemented stem and not showing a periprosthetic fracture. The risk of intraoperative periprosthetic fractures was high. The use of uncemented implants in osteoporotic bone continues to be an intervention with high risk and should only be performed by experienced surgeons. Level of Evidence: Level III, Therapeutic study.

Quality of Life Related to Fracture Displacement Among Elderly Patients With Femoral Neck Fractures Treated With Internal Fixation

2003 ◽  
Vol 17 (SUPPLEMENT) ◽  
pp. S17-S21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jan Tidermark ◽  
Niklas Zethraeus ◽  
Olle Svensson ◽  
Hans Törnkvist ◽  
Sari Ponzer
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Fracture Displacement

scholarly journals Short-Term Clinical Efficacy of Femoral Neck System Versus Multiple Cannulated Compression Screws in the Treatment of Garden III and IV Femoral Neck Fractures

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xuefeng Zhou ◽  
Sichao Gu ◽  
Li Li ◽  
Lei Xu ◽  
Xujin Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Clinical Efficacy ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Operation Time ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Teaching Hospitals ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Clinical Report ◽  
Short Term

Abstract Femoral neck system (FNS) , as a novel minimally invasive internal fixation device, has been gradually applied in the treatment of femoral neck fracture.However, there are few related clinical studies on FNS at present, especially there is no clinical report on FNS in treating GardenIII and IV femoral neck fractures. The aim of the present study was to compare the short-term clinical efficacy of FNS and multiple cannulated compression screws (MCCS) in the treatment of Garden III and IV femoral neck fractures. The data of 78 patients with femoral neck fracture who were admitted to three teaching hospitals affiliated to Anhui Medical University and received internal fixation with FNS and MCCS from June 2019 to December 2020 were collected for a retrospective study. There were 39 patients in both the FNS and MCCS groups. The basic data, perioperative data were recorded and compared between the two groups of patients. The results of the study are encouraging. The operation time was shorter in FNS group than that in MCCS group (p<0.001). The post-operative partial and complete weight-bearing time was earlier in FNS group than that in MCCS group (p<0.001). The Harris hip score in FNS group was higher than that in MCCS group (p<0.001). The incidence rate of lateral thigh irritation in FNS group and MCCS group was 0 (0/39) and 33.3% (13/39), respectively (χ2=15.600, p<0.001). The length of femoral neck shortening was significantly shorter in FNS group than that in MCCS group (t=-5.093, p<0.001). In conclusion, The application of FNS for Garden III and IV femoral neck fractures can shorten the operation time, reduce the frequency of intraoperative fluoroscopy, and facilitate the recovery of hip joint function, so it provides a novel choice for the treatment of Garden III and IV femoral neck fractures in young people.

Outcomes of nondisplaced intracapsular femoral neck fractures with internal screw fixation in elderly patients: a systematic review

2017 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ignacio J. Oñativia ◽  
Pablo A.I. Slulittel ◽  
Fernando Diaz Dilernia ◽  
Juan M. Gonzales Viezcas ◽  
Valeria Vietto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Mortality Rate ◽  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Reoperation Rate ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Displaced Femoral Neck Fractures

Introduction: Although the preferred treatment for displaced femoral neck fractures in the elderly is hip arthroplasty, the treatment for impacted or undisplaced femoral neck fractures (UFNF) is still a subject of controversy. Our purpose was to systematically review studies of elderly patients with UFNF treated with internal fixation using screws: (i) what is the reported mortality; (ii) what is the reoperation rate; (iii) what are the clinical and radiological outcomes; and (iv) what is the methodological quality of the included studies? Methods: This systematic review was performed through a search of PubMed and the Cochrane database using a structured search algorithm including studies enrolling patients older than 60 years old, with UFNF treated with internal fixation using screws. Our literature search returned 950 studies and 11 were selected for final abstraction. Results: 6 studies reported mortality rate. At 1-year follow-up mortality was reported by 3 studies: 18.8%; 22%, and 19%. At 5 years, 1 study reported mortality rate of 42%. Overall reoperation rate was reported by 9 studies and ranged from 8%-19%, while conversion to hip arthroplasty was performed in the range between 8% and 16% according to 6 studies. Conclusions: Internal fixation with cannulated screws for UFNF in the elderly is a valuable option, although it has substantial reoperation and mortality rates. Further prospective high-quality, randomised controlled trials are required to establish the optimal approach for the treatment of UFNF.

scholarly journals Clinical Outcome and Biomechanical Analysis of Dynamic Hip Screw Combined with Derotation Screw in Treating Displaced Femoral Neck Fractures Based on Different Reduction Qualities in Young Patients (≤65 Years of Age)

2022 ◽  
Vol 2022 ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Jian Zhu ◽  
Yonglong Li ◽  
Yingze Zhang ◽  
Xiaodong Cheng
Keyword(s):  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Young Patients ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Surgical Time ◽  
Displaced Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Reduction Group ◽  
Hip Screw

Objective. To examine the clinical results and biomechanical mechanism of the dynamic hip screw (DHS) and derotation screw (DS) in the treatment of displaced femoral neck fractures (FNF) based on different reduction qualities in young patients (≤65 years of age). Methods. All patients with FNF who received closed reduction and internal fixation with DHS+DS from January 2014 to August 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. Data on demographics, surgery, clinical outcomes, and postoperative complications were collected. According to the reduction quality immediately after surgery, all patients were categorized into the positive buttress reduction group (PBRG) and the anatomical reduction group (ARG). The complications and clinical outcomes were compared between the two groups. Meanwhile, the biomechanical mechanism of different reduction qualities was further analyzed with finite element analysis (FEA). The distribution of von Mises stress, the peak stress of internal fixation, and the displacement of the proximal fragment were compared between the two groups. Results. A total of 68 patients were included in our study. Among them, 31 were divided into the PBRG while 37 were in the ARG. The surgical time and fluoroscopy time were significantly shorter in the PBRG than in the ARG ( p < 0.05 ). The degree of femoral neck shortening and the varus change of the femoral-neck shaft angle were lower in the PBRG compared to the ARG ( p < 0.05 ). The excellent-good rate of the Harris hip score was higher in the PBRG compared to the ARG (83.9% vs. 64.8%). The FEA results demonstrated that the stress of DHS+CS and the downward displacement of the proximal femoral neck fragment were greater in the ARG than in the PBRG. Conclusion. For displaced FNF with difficulty to achieve reduction, DHS+CS combined with positive buttress reduction was an effective treatment in young patients due to better mechanical support, shorter surgical time, less radiation exposure, and higher excellent-good rate of Harris hip score.

scholarly journals Valgus Impacted Femoral Neck Fractures: Surgery or Non-Operative Approach?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arvin Najafi ◽  
Mohsen Tavakoli ◽  
Danoosh Zargar ◽  
Dorsa Hadavi ◽  
Ehsan Seif ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Group ◽  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Operative Treatment ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Operative Management ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Non Operative Management ◽  
Partial Weight

Background: Non-operative management of valgus impacted femoral neck fracture leads to prolonged bed rest which may lead to deep vein thrombosis. The preferred method is the internal fixation because of pain control, enhanced mobilization, and better fracture healing but fails in older patients and individuals with medical comorbidities. The present study aims to assess the functional outcomes after the internal fixation or the non-operative management. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted at a Level I trauma center from January 2013 to December 2019 on all patients with valgus-impacted femoral neck fractures [Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen/Orthopedic Trauma Association Classification (AO/OTA 31-B1)]. Overall, 81 patients were managed operatively with three partially threaded, cannulated screws in a parallel configuration and 21 patients were managed non operatively with instant mobilization, physical therapy, and partial weight-bearing protocol. Results: 6 (28.0%) patients in the non-operative group and 3 (4.0%) cases in the operative group experienced fracture displacement (P < 0.001). 48 (59.2%) patients of the operative treatment group returned to baseline ambulatory function at 3 months, while this figure was 43.0% in the non-operative treatment group, not significantly different (P = 0.100). There was no significant difference in the mortality rates at one month and three months between the two groups (2 patients in each group, P = 0.140).  Conclusion: The ideal treatment of valgus-impacted femoral neck fractures is still controversial. The main purpose in the treatment of hip fractures is to return the patient to functional level equal to the level he or she was before the fracture. Surgically treated patients had lower failure rates in comparison with the other group.  

scholarly journals Hemiarthroplasty of the hip using the direct anterior approach

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Nogler ◽  
Filippo Randelli ◽  
George A. Macheras ◽  
Martin Thaler
Keyword(s):  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Anterior Approach ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Hip Osteoarthritis ◽  
Direct Anterior Approach ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
Postoperative Treatment ◽  
Full Weight Bearing ◽  
Invasive Approach

Abstract Objective Minimally invasive approach in total hip arthroplasty for the treatment of femoral neck fractures with a hemiarthroplasty. Indications Femoral neck fractures of patients without hip osteoarthritis where the acetabulum is still intact. Contraindications Lesions and infections of the skin in the approach area; hip osteoarthritis; surgeon’s lack of experience with the technique. Surgical technique The direct anterior approach (DAA) uses the Smith–Peterson interval between the tensor fasciae latae (TFL) and the rectus and sartorius muscle. After coagulation of the ascending branches of the femoral circumflex vessels, the capsule is opened. The remaining parts of the femoral neck are removed and osteotomized if necessary. The femoral head is removed with a cork screw. Then the shaft is supported by 2 sharp retractors at the greater trochanter from cranial, and the leg is externally rotated, hyperextended, and adducted. A TFL release can be performed which we also recommend. The femoral canal is opened step by step and extended with rasps which are introduced with the double curved broach handle. Cement and the final implant are introduced and after the trial reduction also the final head. The hip is reduced, the capsule adapted and the wound closed. Postoperative management For this approach, there are no approach specific recommendations. Postoperative treatment depends on whether the approach was extended with muscle releases and on the type of reconstruction performed. If the approach was limited to the minimally invasive direct anterior portal, quicker rehabilitation can be expected due to the reduced muscle damage. We prefer mobilization with full weight bearing as tolerated on the next day.

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