1- Department of orthopedic surgery, Shafa yahyaeian orthopedic hospital, school of medicine, Iran university of medical sciences, Tehran, Iran
2- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Center, Poorsina Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
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Background: Intertrochanteric fractures, commonly caused by falls in older people, are a significant issue. This study evaluated a new fixation technique for greater trochanter fractures in elderly hip arthroplasty patients. Unstable intertrochanteric fractures present challenges in orthopedic surgery, and this article assessed a new method for fixing these fractures during hip arthroplasty.
Objective: We assessed the efficacy and clinical outcomes of a new fixation technique for managing greater trochanter fractures in elderly patients during hip arthroplasty.
Methods: This retrospective study, conducted from 2019 to 2022 at Poursina and Pars Hospitals in Rasht, included patients with unstable intertrochanteric fractures. It assessed the efficacy and outcomes of a new fixation technique for the greater trochanter following hip arthroplasty. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS 24, employing the Shapiro-Wilk test, Levene's test, generalized estimation equations, and the Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests.
Results: The new fixation technique significantly improved patient outcomes, leading to high rates of complete union, reduced pain levels, improved mobility, and lower complication rates.
Conclusion: The novel fixation technique for greater trochanter fractures shows significant promise in improving healing rates and reducing complications in elderly patients undergoing hip arthroplasty. This study provides a foundation for future research and clinical practice enhancements in orthopedic surgery.
Type of Study:
Research Article |
Subject:
Hip surgery Received: 2025/01/21 | Accepted: 2025/02/25 | Published: 2024/02/13