DYNAMIC HIP SCREW TECHNIQUE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF TROCHANTERIC FRACTURE

Abstract

Background: Study was conducted to find the results of dynamic hip screw in the management of trochanteric fracture by analyzing the factors which influence post-operative mobility.

Methods: Individuals >18 years, both genders who were diagnosed having a trochanteric type I and II Boyd and Griffin Stable fractures were included in the study.  Patients > 18 years, sub trochanteric and reverse oblique trochanteric types III and IV Boyd and Griffin unstable fractures, patients with old un-united TF, who were not fit for surgery, compound fractures, polytrauma, pathological fractures and patients with uncontrolled diabetes mellitus and chronic renal failure were not considered in the study.

Results: As per the Kyle's criteria, 33.33% (10) showed excellent response, followed by good by 15 (50%) members, fair by 3 (10%) members. Poor results were shown by 2 (6.67%) members

Conclusions: Dynamic hip screw is the operative treatment of choice for stable trochanteric fractures. However, studies on large sample for long time are recommended.

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