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Study on the Efficiency of Fractures Treated With Proximal Femoral Locking Compression Plate
Authors: Ravi G.O 1, Shaik Hussain Saheb *2.
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Background: Extracapsular fracture neck of femur are common in moderate to high velocity injuries Fracture union is not a great problem due to proximal femoral anatomy. The primary goal of treatment is early mobilization to avoid secondary complications which may arise due to conservative treatment and due to other co-morbid complications of prolonged immobilization This can be achieved by proximal femoral locking compression plate,This allows early weight bearing and has a lower complication rate than other implants. The basic aim of present study is to observe the efficiency and outcome of fractures treated with Proximal Femoral Locking Compression Plate.
Materials and Methods: This is a prospective study of 21 cases of Extra capsular fracture neck of femur admitted to Victoria and Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospitals, Bangalore. treated with Proximal Femoral Locking Compression Plate (PF-LCP).
Results: In our study of 21 cases, cases 13 cases were intertrochanteric fracture and remaining 8 were subtrochanteric fracture with the mean age was 51.47 years. 13 patients (62%) had right-sided fracture and 8 patients (38%) had left-sided fracture. with right side being more common side affected. The average duration of stay in the hospital was 25 days; the average follow up was 18 months. Out of 21 patients in our study 16 patients (76%) are able to sit cross-legged and can squat on ground without any problem.
Conclusion: In conclusion the potentiality of the Proximal Femoral Locking Compression Plate (PF-LCP) in varied indications shows its versatility. Although not free of complications our study has demonstrated excellent results. The procedure offers , faster mobilization,rapid return to activities of daily living, improves the quality of life and gave a long term solution in patients with extra capsular fracture neck of femur.
KEY WORDS: Intertrochanteric fractures, Subtrochanteric fracture, Proximal femoral locking Compression plate.