scholarly journals Clinico-radiological and Functional outcome of Unstable Intertrochanteric Fractures by Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation-2 (PFN-A2)

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Druva V
Author(s):  
Manish Raj ◽  
S. P. S. Gill ◽  
Akashdeep Singh ◽  
Ajay Kumar Rajput ◽  
Santosh Kumar Singh

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the theoretical advantages of the proximal femoral nail antirotation in cases of intertrochanteric fractures and also whether it actually alters the eventual functional outcome of the patient.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> The present study includes a total 30 patients with intertrochanteric femur fractures managed with proximal femoral nail antirotation between December 2014 to November 2016. In all patients similar standard physical rehabilitation therapy were followed. All complications including intra and postoperative were assessed and recorded. The patients were followed up for over 24 months. Functional outcome was assessed using the Harris hip score.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> All of 30 cases of intertrochanteric fracture got united with good anatomical position and average time of fracture union was 14 weeks. Postoperative complications included 2 degree varus deformity (n=1, 3%), calcification at tip of greater trochanter (n=4, 13%), sensitivity over TFL (n=2, 7%), medial thigh pain (n=3, 10%). 10 patients developed femoral shortness (mean=0.22 cm, range from 0-1 cm). Average harris hip score at the end of study showed mean value of 87, ranged from 65 to 94 with almost 22 (73%) patients showing excellent or good outcome.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Proximal femoral nail antirotation (PFNA) represents a significant treatment option in management of intertrochanteric fractures with low complication rate.</p>


Author(s):  
E. S. Radhe Shyam ◽  
K. Ashwin

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> The incidence of inter trochanteric fracture is expected to have doubled by 2040. Inter trochanteric fractures account for about 45% to 50% of all hip fractures in the elderly populationand out of these, near about 50% to 60% are classified as unstable intertrochanteric fractures. The goal of treatment is restoring mobility safely and efficiently, while minimizing the risk of medical complications and technical failure. This study as performed<strong> </strong>to assess functional outcome with dynamic hip screw and proximal femoral nail in intertrochanteric fracture management.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> It was prospective observational study done for a period of 1year from January 2016-January 2017 among patients who attended OPD or emergency department with intertrochanteric fracture. Two different implants were used dynamic hip screw (DHS) and proximal femoral nail (PFN).<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Excellent results in functional outcome was more in case of PFN (66.6%) compared to DHS (50%). The type of trauma in DHS group was road traffic accident in 38.8%, domestic fall in 50% and others such as assault was in 11.1% while in PFN group intertrochanteric fracture was seen in 61.1% due to domestic fall.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> The functional outcome was more better with proximal femoral nail (PFN) compared to dynamic hip screw (DHS). Therefore, proximal femoral nail (PFN) should be preferred for management of intertrochanteric fractures.</p>


2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (26) ◽  
pp. 2271-2277
Author(s):  
Gajanand Shriram Dhaked ◽  
Abhishek Komalsingh Jaroli ◽  
Khushboo Parmanand Malav ◽  
Harish Narayan Singh Rajpurohit

BACKGROUND Current management of Intertrochanteric (IT) fractures has evolved with the introduction of dynamic hip screw (DHS) and proximal femoral nail (PFN). The purpose of this study was to compare the functional outcomes between the DHS and PFN for IT fracture fixation. METHODS This study is a retrospective comparative analysis of 455 patients with IT fractures; DHS (292) and PFN (163), who were treated from June 2012 to June 2015. The patients were reviewed postoperatively for a minimum of 12 months to evaluate functional outcome using Salvati-Wilson score. Categorical data was present as absolute number or percentages, and parametric variables were presented as Mean ± SD, while non parametric data were presented as median. Statistical significance was defined as P < 0.05. RESULTS Intramedullary nails offer no advantage over extramedullary devices to treat IT fractures caused by low-energy trauma (AO 31 - A1). However, clinically significant outcomes were established for PFN group in terms of duration of surgery, x- ray exposure and SW Score for AO / OTA 31 - A2 and 31 - A3. Reoperations encountered for local pain due to implant prominence were significantly higher in the PFN group (4.90 % versus 1.02 %). Kaplan Meier survival probability of 69.3 % and 79.5 % predicted for DHS and PFN respectively, 3 years postoperatively. CONCLUSIONS Our conclusion reinforces indication for PFN in unstable IT fractures (31 - A2 and 31 - A3), owing to its better functional outcome and biomechanical properties. Functional outcomes for stable IT fracture (AO 31 - A1) were comparable between DHS and PFN, therefore final decision for implant choice depends on implant cost, surgeon’s preference for specific technique. However, understanding the morphology of proximal femur, peritrochanteric region is crucial to analyse the anatomical variations in Indian population which will provide the basis for intramedullary nail design modifications. KEYWORDS Intertrochanteric Fractures, DHS Fixation, PFN Fixation


2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 543-551
Author(s):  
Qian Cheng, MD ◽  
Li Lin, BM ◽  
Xiao‐dong Zhu, MD ◽  
Gui‐zhu Li, MD ◽  
Xiao‐ming Gao, BM ◽  
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Author(s):  
OP Jamshad ◽  
Jacob Mathew ◽  
Raju Karuppal

Introduction: Intertrochanteric fractures are prevalent in the elderly, which leave patients with functional restrictions. Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation-2 (PFNA) was developed to achieve better fixation strength, particularly in the presence of osteoporotic unstable intertrochanteric fractures. Aim: To evaluate the role and result of PFNA-2 in the treatment of unstable intertrochanteric fractures in geriatric patients. Materials and Methods: A prospective analytical study was conducted in 35 patients with unstable intertrochanteric fractures. They were followed-up clinically and radiologically for one year. The quality of fixation was assessed, by neck-shaft angle and Tip Apex Distance (TAD). A functional assessment was done with the Harris Hip Score (HHS). Results: The mean follow-up period was 13 months (range, 12-14). The mean age of patients was 65.6 years and the majority were female patients (62.85%). Functional results according to modified HHS were found to be excellent in 6 (17.1%) patients, good in 14 (40%) patients, fair in 12 (34.3%) patients and poor in 3 (8.6%) patients. The average HHS in this study was 81.6. Statistical analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 16.0. Conclusion: PFNA-2 helps in achieving biological reduction and good stability which enables early mobilisation and prevention of excessive collapse. A good functional outcome could be achieved when the radiological parameters are restored, i.e., TAD <25 mm and neck-shaft angle difference <5° (compared to the opposite side).


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