Mar 7, 2024 · Subtrochanteric fractures are proximal femur fractures located within 5 cm of the lesser trochanter that may occur in low energy (elderly) or high energy (young patients) mechanisms. Diagnosis is made with orthogonal radiographs of the hip in patients that present with inability to bear weight.

Jul 17, 2023 · This activity reviews the evaluation and management of subtrochanteric femur fractures and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in caring for patients affected by these fractures.

Subtrochanteric (ST) femur fractures are proximal femur fractures, which are often difficult to manage effectively because of their deforming anatomical forces. Operative management of ST fractures is the mainstay of treatment, with the two primary ...

Anatomy Subtrochanteric Femur Fractures Must understand bony and soft tissue anatomy • Critical implications for surgical treatment Region of maximal compressive forces (medially) and tensile forces (laterally)

A computed tomography-based analysis of proximal femoral geometry for lateral impingement with two types of proximal femoral nail anterotation in subtrochanteric fractures.

Apr 11, 2023 · A break or discontinuity in the proximal femur bone within five centimeters of the lesser trochanter is called a subtrochanteric fracture. These fractures are less common, account for approximately 7 to 34 percent of femoral fractures, and have a bimodal distribution.

Jun 11, 2019 · Subtrochanteric femoral fractures are challenging to manage and differ significantly from both femoral shaft fractures and more proximal femoral injuries in their mechanism, treatment, and complications.

Apr 1, 2024 · Sub-trochanteric femoral fractures represent around 10–34% of proximal femoral fragility fractures. They are notoriously difficult to treat, particularly achieving and maintaining reduction, which in turn can lead to longer operative time, …

Oct 28, 2018 · Subtrochanteric femur fractures are an uncommon injury in orthopedics, but when they are encountered they may present difficulties in management. The purpose of this paper is to examine the recent literature on the epidemiology, classification, initial evaluation, and definitely treatment for these injuries.

Subtrochanteric fractures are fractures in which the major portion of the fracture involves this area. These fractures may have proximal trochanteric extension, which is important in choosing between treatment options.