Principles of Valgus Intertrochanteric Osteotomy (VITO) after Femoral Neck Nonunion
Nonunion is a relatively rare, yet challenging problem after fracture of the femoral neck. Risk factors include verticality of the fracture line and presence of comminution of the posteromedial calcar, as well as quality of reduction. Treatment options consist of valgus intertrochanteric osteotomy v...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2018-01-01
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| Series: | Advances in Orthopedics |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/5214273 |