A succinct technique for the extraction of the proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA) after unlocking failure: a case report
Abstract Introduction Proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA) is a routine method to deal with intertrochanteric fractures in the elder population. It is challenging to remove PFNA in some cases as a result of stripping of blade heads. In this case presentation, we describe a novel technique usin...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-08-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-020-01821-4 |