September 2003 Case

Male patient 35 years old who had a motorcycle accident with a closed right femoral fracture. No other injuries.

1. Fracture


Male patient 35 years old who had a motorcycle accident with a closed right femoral fracture. No other injuries.

Discussion

Classification: Is this a proximal femoral or shaft fracture or a diaphyseal fracture ? 31 or 32 ?

Which of the two is more urgent to treat ?

Treatment options: Intramedullary nail, Plate/Screw device, Other ?