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Is distal locking with IMHN necessary in every pertrochanteric fracture
International Orthopaedics, 11/10/09

Skala–Rosenbaum J et al. – This study has shown that distal locking of IMHN is unnecessary in most pertrochanteric fractures. The only exceptions are comminution of the lateral wall of the greater trochanter, secondary diaphyseal fracture line, large posteromedial fragment extended distally below the level of the lesser trochanter and broad intramedullary canal.

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The Aftermath of Hip Fracture: Discharge Placement, Functional Status Change, and Mortality
American Journal of Epidemiology, 10/22/09 Relevance Score: 71%

Impact of a comanaged geriatric fracture center on short-term hip fracture outcomes
Archives of Internal Medicine, 10/14/09 Relevance Score: 71%

Population-based Canadian hip fracture rates with international comparisons
Osteoporosis International, 10/07/09 Relevance Score: 71%

Long-term oral anticoagulation therapy and the risk of hip fracture in patients with previous hemispheric infarction and nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation
Cerebrovascular Diseases, 11/12/09 Relevance Score: 70%

Risk of hip fracture in postmenopausal women rises steeply with age
Internet Source, 11/10/09 Relevance Score: 70%