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Bisphosphonate-induced atypical subtrochanteric femoral fracture

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: The use of bisphosphonates (BPs) is universally accepted in the management of osteoporosis. However, a small percentage of patients have been recognised to develop atypical subtrochanteric fractures of the femur with the prolonged use of BPs. We report a rare case of bilateral insufficiency lesions in the proximal femora, where a major subtrochanteric fracture developed with a minor fall. This was successfully treated with internal fixation using proximal femoral nail.

Source: BMJ Case Reports

DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2013-201931

Authors: Raju Vaishya, Abhishek Vaish, Arshad Nadeem

Institutions: Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Sancheti Institute For Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation

Language: English

Topic: Bone health and osteoporosis research

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W2148324667