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Simple two-part pertrochanteric fractures

$Straight skin traction with weight over the end of the bed for preliminary treatment of femoral fractures$

Main indications

Patient not fit for surgery

Main indications

$Fixation of a pertrochanteric fracture with a sliding hip screw$

Main indications

$Trochanteric fracture fixed with a short intramedullary nail, with a spiral blade or lag screw$

Main indications

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