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[Comparative study of proximal femoral nail anti-rotation and dynamic hip screw in the unstable intertrochanteric fractures in the elderly].

W Wang, Sheng Zhai, X P Han, Yunwei Cui

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Abstract

DHS is suitable for the patients with good physical condition or for the patients with stable fracture types. While, PFNA has the advantages of firmly fixation, less tissue damage, lower complications and wide indications. So, it is superior in the femoral intertrochanteric fractures.

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DHS is suitable for the patients with good physical condition or for the patients with stable fracture types. While, PFNA has the advantages of firmly fixation, less tissue damage, lower complications and wide indications. So, it is superior in the femoral intertrochanteric fractures.

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DHS is suitable for the patients with good physical condition or for the patients with stable fracture types. While, PFNA has the advantages of firmly fixation, less tissue damage, lower complications and wide indications. So, it is superior in the femoral intertrochanteric fractures.

Key concepts: Medicine, Dynamic hip screw, Surgery, Intertrochanteric fracture, Blood loss, Weight-bearing, Bone healing, Harris Hip Score

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