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Trauma Citation Classics 08: Femoral Neck Fractures

Oct 18, 2023
Dr. Matthew Brown, a PGY-3 resident at Duke University, along with 4th-year students Nicholas Todd and Brie Paradis dive deep into femoral neck fractures. They discuss the crucial garden classification and how these injuries primarily impact elderly patients, emphasizing blood supply concerns. Surgical treatment comparisons reveal total hip arthroplasty's advantages. The team explores management for younger patients and highlights the need for precise radiographic analysis in treatment decisions. Insights on cemented vs. uncemented hip stems add to the medical knowledge!
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