Functional outcomes of inter-trochanteric fracture with proximal femoral nail: A study of 60 patients
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https://doi.org/10.48047/Keywords:
Inter-trochanteric fracture, proximal femoral nailing, functional outcome, RUSH score, Harris hip scoreAbstract
This study examines the functional outcomes of 60 patients treated for inter-trochanteric fractures using a proximal femoral nail (PFN). Key variables such as surgery duration, length of hospital stay, intraoperative blood loss, and functional recovery were analyzed. Functional outcomes were assessed using the Radiographic Union Score for Hip (RUSH) and the Harris Hip Score (HHS) at the 6-month follow-up. Results revealed a mean surgical duration of 96.8 minutes, a mean hospital stay of 8.6 days, and an average blood loss of 93.7 ml. The 6-month outcomes indicated positive fracture healing, with 83.3% of patients attaining "Excellent" functional outcomes according to the Harris Hip Score. These findings suggest that PFN is a reliable and effective treatment for inter-trochanteric fractures, promoting positive functional recovery and fracture healing.
