The Efficacy of Suture Fixation of the Greater Trochanter in Unstable Intertrochanteric Fractures.

Compared to tension-band wiring, the suture fixation technique demonstrated an effective fixing force. In addition to the clinical results, it had an advantage of preventing complications due to shortening of the operation time and estimated intraoperative blood loss. Suture fixation of the greater trochanter is recommended for elderly patients with unstable intertrochanteric fractures.