Subtrochanteric Fractures
Definition
Fracture below lesser trochanter / proximal 5 cm femur


Aetiology
Young patients / high velocity injuries
Old patients / osteoporosis
Fracture below lesser trochanter / proximal 5 cm femur


Young patients / high velocity injuries
Old patients / osteoporosis
Xray
- sclerosis


CT
Hip has been out for some time
- degree of acetabular dysplasia evident
- less time for remodelling
- increased instability if not addressed
Open reduction + FDRO / Pelvic Osteotomy
- usually perform pelvic osteotomy to correct acetabular dysplasia
- reserve FDRO for > 3 years / or if difficult reducing hip
1. Tight psoas / Adductors / Hamstrings / T Achilles
2. Increased Femoral Anteversion
3. External Tibial Torsion
4. Valgus Foot
Surgery once walking but before school (3-4)
SEML surgery
Gait analysis lab
True equinus
Apparent equinus (FFD knee and hip)
Jump
Crouch