Minimal incision technique using a two-hole plate for fixation of stable intertrochanteric hip fractures.

DiPaola, Matthew; Rozbruch, S Robert; Helfet, David L · Orthopedics · 2004

case_series · Level IV

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Abstract

This article presents a minimally invasive adaptation of the sliding hip screw technique. This two-hole side plate construct for the repair of intertrochanteric hip fractures minimizes blood loss and soft-tissue dissection.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy