Comparative, prospective, randomized study of the modified minimally invasive technique versus the conventional technique of dynamic hip screw (DHS), fixation for intertrochanteric fractures in the elderly

Conclusions The modified minimally invasive dynamic hip screw fixation had less operative time than in previously reported studies. It has better outcome measures, which benefit the patients and reduce the hospital costs. Level of Clinical Evidence: Therapeutic level III

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s12570-014-0267-x

Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research