Introduction of modern surgical methods of treatment of patients with fractures of the proximal femur

Aim. To evaluate the qualitative and quantitative changes in the surgical approaches to the treatment of traumatic injuries of the proximal femur. Methods. Conducted was an analysis of the introduction of modern methods of surgical treatment of patients with injuries of the proximal femur for the period from 2004 to 2010. Discussed were the variants of osteosynthesis and endoprosthetic hip replacement for fractures of the neck and the trochanteric region of the femur in 1007 injured patients. Results. Over the period of 4 years it became possible to double the surgical activity of the trauma department through systematic personnel training and through the use of new structure-designs for osteosynthesis and arthroplasty. The main problem was recognized to be the lack of a system of surgical treatment and rehabilitation of such a complex group of patients. Conclusion. The analysis of results showed the need for development of specific standards of treatment of patients with fractures of the proximal femur both in Kazan city and at the level of the Republic of Tatarstan.

proximal femur, femoral neck fracture, surgical treatment