Chinese journal of traumatology = Zhonghua chuang shang za zhi / Chinese Medical Association
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Chin. J. Traumatol. · Jan 2014
Randomized Controlled TrialMinimally invasive percutaneous compression plating versus dynamic hip screw for intertrochanteric fractures: a randomized control trial.
Intertrochanteric femur fracture is a common injury in elderly patients. The dynamic hip screw (DHS) has served as the standard choice for fixation; however it has several drawbacks. Studies of the percutaneous compression plate (PCCP) are still inconclusive in regards to its efficacy and safety. By comparing the two methods, we assessed their clinical therapeutic outcome. ⋯ Due to several advantages, PCCP has the potential to become the ideal choice for treating intertrochanteric fractures (type AO/OTA 31.A1-A2, Evans type 1), particularly in the elderly.