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Missed Distal Femoral Cortical Perforation During Intramedullary Nailing of an Intertrochanteric Femur Fracture: The Role of Early Advanced Imaging

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Distal femoral anterior cortical perforation is a rare complication of intramedullary nailing for proximal femur fractures. Awareness and intraoperative preventive measures are key to minimizing the risk of this complication. We report a case of a patient who experienced an anterior cortical breach of the distal femur during routine antegrade nailing for an intertrochanteric fracture, which was attributed to a sclerotic lesion in the distal femur. Additionally, we describe the management of this complication, along with an analysis of risk factors and effective prevention strategies.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.74310

Authors: Yekeen Abu-Shiraz, Matthew S Smith, Joshua Bryan, Madana Mohana Reddy Vallem, Sreenivasulu Metikala, Khalid Hasan

Institutions: Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Bone fractures and treatments

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404645578