Intramedullary Versus Extramedullary Fixation for Unstable Intertrochanteric Fractures: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusions:
While the use of the intramedullary devices led to better radiographic outcomes in this study, this did not translate to improved functional outcomes.
Level of Evidence:
Therapeutic Level I. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
Source: The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Reindl, R., Harvey, E. J., Berry, G. K., Rahme, E., on behalf of the Canadian Orthopaedic Trauma Society (COTS) Tags: Trauma Scientific Articles Source Type: research