21 February 2026 : Clinical Research
Independent Risk Factors for Lag Screw Cut-Out: The Role of Open Reduction in Intertrochanteric Fracture Fixation With the Proximal Femoral Nail
Hilmi Alkan
ABCD 1*, Yasin Erdoğan EFG 1
DOI: 10.12659/MSM.951584
Med Sci Monit 2026; 32:e951584
Table 3 Radiographic outcomes in patients without cut-out.
| Parameter | Early postoperative | 1.5–3 months | Last follow-up | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAD (mm) | 17.4±0.9 | 16.9±1.1 | 17.0±1.2 | 0.21 |
| CalTAD (mm) | 17.8±2.5 | 17.0±2.6 | 17.1±2.7 | 0.28 |
| Neck–shaft angle (°) | 132.5±3.8 | 132.2±4.0 | 132.8±4.2 | 0.36 |
| Advancement distance (cm) | – | – | 0.4±0.1 | – |
| Values are presented as mean±standard deviation. TAD – tip–apex distance; CalTAD – calcar-referenced tip–apex distance. | ||||