Author/Authors :
Zandi, Reza Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Minator Sajjadi, Mohammad Reza Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Okhovatpour, Mohammad Ali Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Sadighi, Mehrdad Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Ebrahimpour, Adel Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , Jalalpour, Pooyan Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Abstract :
Fractures of the distal femur may be extra articular or have an intra articular component. Mismanagement of any of these fractures can result in abnormalities of alignment of the load-bearing axis of lower limb and/or rotational deformities. Essentially all supracondylar femur fractures require operative intervention because of the severe potential risks of prolonged bed rest. Yet, despite their proven track record and benefits over older implants, technical errors are common and must be overcome with proper preoperative planning and intra-operative attention to details. The goal of this study was to present an update on the management of these fractures.
