Medical MCQ-Subtrochanteric fractures of the femur can be treated by all of the following methods except

Subtrochanteric fractures of the femur can be treated by all of the following methods except

Skeletal traction on Thomas' splint

Smith Petersen Nail

Condylar blade plate

Ender's nail

Question Category:

Orthopaedics

Correct Answer:

Smith Petersen Nail

Description:

Smith Peterson Nail is a cannulated tri-flanged nail that was used for internal fixation of fracture neck of femur Results obtained by S-P nail were dissatisfactory and it is no more recommended for use these days. Other three options are used for the treatment of the subtrochanteric fracture.

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