Femoral nail impingement with the quadriceps: an ultrasound case report on orthopedic hardware conflict
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Femoral shaft fractures are commonly treated with intramedullary nailing; however, this procedure can lead to complications. This study explores the role of ultrasound in diagnosing femoral hardware impingement. We present the findings in two patients with persistent thigh pain after femoral intramedullary nailing. Ultrasound successfully identified hardware impingement. Removal of the offending screw led to symptom resolution, with a follow-up US confirming the absence of residual conflicts.
Source: Medical Ultrasonography
DOI: 10.11152/mu-4561
Institutions: University of Genoa, Ospedale Policlinico San Martino
Language: English
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4416411633
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