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Garden Classification — Femoral Neck (Intracapsular)

I: incomplete/valgus impacted; II: complete, nondisplaced. III: complete, partially displaced (varus); IV: complete, fully displaced. I–II stable → fixation; III–IV unstable → arthroplasty in elderly (high AVN/nonunion).

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I: incomplete/valgus impacted; II: complete, nondisplaced. III: complete, partially displaced (varus); IV: complete, fully displaced. I–II stable → fixation; III–IV unstable → arthroplasty in elderly (high AVN/nonunion).
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Question 1

Which of the following statements is true regarding Garden Classification Grade I femoral neck fractures?

Question 2

What is the management of choice for a Garden Classification Grade II femoral neck fracture in an elderly patient?

Question 3

In the context of the Garden Classification, which grade indicates a complete, fully displaced femoral neck fracture?

Question 4

What defines the trabecular alignment in a Garden Classification Grade III femoral neck fracture?

Question 5

What is the approximate avascular necrosis risk associated with Garden Classification Grade I femoral neck fractures?

Question 6

What radiological feature is crucial for assessing displacement in femoral neck fractures according to the Garden Classification?

Question 7

In which of the following scenarios would you likely choose arthroplasty over internal fixation for a femoral neck fracture?

Question 8

What is the management recommendation for a young patient (

Question 9

Which Garden Classification grade is characterized by the femoral head remaining in anatomical position despite a complete fracture?

Question 10

What is the primary goal of surgical intervention in Garden Classification Grade I and II fractures?