Extramedullary versus intramedullary fixation of stable trochanteric femoral fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Miliaan L ZeelenbergLeendert H T NugterenA Cornelis PlaisierSverre A I LoggersPieter JoosseDennis Den HartogMichael H J VerhofstadEsther M M van Lieshoutnull nullPublished in: Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery (2023)
Current literature shows no meaningful differences in complications, surgical, or functional outcomes between extramedullary and intramedullary fixation of stable two-part trochanteric femoral fractures. Both treatment options result in good outcomes. This study implicates that, costs should be taken into account when considering implants or comparing fixation methods in future research.