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Evans/Jensen — Intertrochanteric Femur

Stable: intact posteromedial buttress; Unstable: posteromedial comminution, reverse obliquity, subtrochanteric extension. Stable → DHS; Unstable → cephalomedullary nail/fixed-angle device.

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Stable: intact posteromedial buttress; Unstable: posteromedial comminution, reverse obliquity, subtrochanteric extension. Stable → DHS; Unstable → cephalomedullary nail/fixed-angle device.
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Question 1

What characterizes a stable intertrochanteric femur fracture according to the Evans classification?

Question 2

Which implant is preferred for stable intertrochanteric femur fractures?

Question 3

Which of the following factors indicates an unstable intertrochanteric femur fracture?

Question 4

In the Evans classification, which type of intertrochanteric fracture is described as having no displacement?

Question 5

What is the primary complication associated with intertrochanteric femur fractures in elderly patients?

Question 6

Which statement about the intertrochanteric region is true?

Question 7

What is the key determinant of fracture stability in intertrochanteric femur fractures?

Question 8

Which type of intertrochanteric fracture is classified as unstable and may require cephalomedullary nailing?

Question 9

What is the effect of hip flexors on the stability of intertrochanteric femur fractures?

Question 10

Which type of intertrochanteric fracture can be treated with a Dynamic Hip Screw after reduction?