What is PFN medical?
Abstract. In 1996, the AO/ASIF developed the proximal femoral nail (PFN) as an intramedullary device for the treatment of unstable per-, intra- and subtrochanteric femoral fractures.
How does a proximal femoral nail work?
The proximal femoral intramedullary nail provides more stability and allows for earlier weight bearing than the locking plate when used for the treatment of unstable intertrochanteric fractures of the femur.
How long does it take to walk normal after femur surgery?
Full recovery from a femur fracture can take anywhere from 12 weeks to 12 months. But you are not alone. Most people experiencing a femur fracture can begin walking with the help of a physical therapist in the first day or two after injury and/or surgery.
What is the difference between PFN and Pfna?
PFNA has a superior performance over PFN in the setting of osteoporosis, which is attributed to compaction of cancellous bone by the helical blade. Nevertheless, it must be remembered that no implant design can compensate for poor reduction or poor implant placement in these fractures.
What is left hip DHS?
Dynamic hip screws (DHS) are a femoral head-sparing orthopedic device used to treat femoral neck fractures. It is sometimes referred to as a pin and plate.
What is a femur nail?
An intramedullary nail is a metal rod that is inserted into the medullary cavity of a bone and across the fracture in order to provide a solid support for the fractured bone. Intramedullary nailing is currently considered the “gold standard” for treatment of femoral shaft fractures (Rudloff 2009).
How long will I limp after broken femur?
When can I drive after femur surgery?
This corresponded to 12 weeks after surgery for extra-articular fractures and 18 weeks after intra-articular injuries. Thus, it can be recommended to resume driving 6 weeks after full-weight bearing on the right lower limb is achieved.
Is walking good for a broken femur?
If the femur fracture does not require surgery, it is often treated with a cast or removable brace, and patients are typically advised not to put any weight on the leg for about 8 weeks. A physical therapist will help the patient to walk safely using crutches or a walker, or other assistive device.
What is PFN A2?
PFN A2 Is A Newer Intramedullary Device With Significant Cut Out Resistance And Better Fixation In Osteoporotic Fractures. Materials and methods: our prospective study includes 20 patients with unstable pertrochanteric fractutres. 12 male and 8 female patients were operated with PFN A2 within a period OD one week.
What does Pfna stand for?
Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation (PFNA)
What is a DHS operation?
Dynamic hip screw x-ray [image from wikimedia] The Dynamic Hip Screw (DHS) or Sliding Hip Screw can be used as a fixation for neck of femur fractures. This would usually be considered for fractures that occur outside the hip capsule (extracapsular), often stable intertrochaneric fractures.