07 July 2025 : Clinical Research
Evaluating Postoperative Hidden Blood Loss in Proximal Femoral Nail Anti-Rotation Fixation: The Role of Greater Trochanter Fracture Comminution
Zahra Al Timimi
BCDE 1, Shi-Ting Zhu B 1, Guo-Dong Zhao B 1, Qiao-Yun Xi AFG 1*
DOI: 10.12659/MSM.947226
Med Sci Monit 2025; 31:e947226
Figure 1 The anterolateral thigh incision for PFNA internal fixation of an intertrochanteric femoral fracture. The incision at the apex of the femoral greater trochanter measures approximately 3 cm in length, while the incision for spiral blade insertion is approximately 1.5 cm long, and the incision for distal locking screw placement is about 1 cm in length.