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Shaft of Femur Fractures — Reamed Nailing

Gold standard for adult diaphyseal femur. Reaming adds biology + bigger nail. Supine position, piriformis/trochanteric entry. Complications: fat embolism, malrotation, knee pain.

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Gold standard for adult diaphyseal femur. Reaming adds biology + bigger nail. Supine position, piriformis/trochanteric entry. Complications: fat embolism, malrotation, knee pain.

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Question 1

What is the gold standard treatment for adult diaphyseal femur fractures?

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a complication of reamed intramedullary nailing?

Question 3

What is a significant advantage of reaming during intramedullary nailing?

Question 4

In which position is the patient typically placed for reamed intramedullary nailing of the femur?

Question 5

Which entry point is commonly used for reamed intramedullary nailing of the femur?

Question 6

Which muscle group is responsible for causing anterior displacement of the distal fragment in femoral shaft fractures?

Question 7

What is the typical blood loss associated with a femoral shaft fracture?

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of reaming the medullary canal in femur nailing?

Question 9

What classification system is commonly used to classify femoral shaft fractures?

Question 10

Which of the following describes a simple femoral shaft fracture according to the AO classification?