Stabilizing the Unstable: Cone Hemiarthroplasty in Geriatric Intertrochanteric Fractures.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Unstable intertrochanteric fractures in the elderly pose a significant treatment challenge due to poor bone quality, comminution, and associated comorbidities. Bipolar hemiarthroplasty offers the advantage of early mobilization and reduced fixation-related complications. This study evaluates short-term outcomes of bipolar hemiarthroplasty using an uncemented titanium fluted, tapered cone femoral prosthesis in such fractures.

Methods

A retrospective analysis was conducted on 43 consecutive elderly patients treated with uncemented bipolar hemiarthroplasty using a tapered, fluted cone stem between June 2023 and July 2024. Radiographic parameters-including stem subsidence, greater trochanter union, and limb-length discrepancy-were assessed at serial follow-ups. Functi

SUBMITTER: Krishna ARV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12803931 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature