Lesser Trochanter Migration following Intramedullary Fixation of an Intertrochanteric Femur Fracture
Intertrochanteric femur fractures are commonly observed in the elderly and may be associated with a complete fracture of the lesser trochanter in over 50% of cases. The migration of the lesser trochanter secondary to the psoas muscle contracture is a rare event. This case report presents a rare case...
| Main Authors: | , , , , |
|---|---|
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Hindawi Limited
2016-01-01
|
| Series: | Case Reports in Orthopedics |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/9348032 |