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Sep 26, 2024 · There are three types: subcapital: femoral head/neck junction. transcervical: midportion of femoral neck. basicervical: base of femoral neck. Subcapital and transcervical fractures are considered intracapsular fractures.
Sep 9, 2024 · Femoral neck fractures are common injuries to the proximal femur associated with increased risk of avascular necrosis, and high levels of patient morbidity and mortality. Diagnosis is generally made radiographically with orthogonal radiographs of the hip.
Dec 11, 2018 · Overview. Femoral neck fractures and peritrochanteric fractures are equally prevalent and make up over 90 percent of proximal femur fractures. The femoral neck is the most common location for...
May 8, 2023 · Femoral neck fractures are a specific type of intracapsular hip fracture. The femoral neck connects the femoral shaft with the femoral head. The hip joint is the articulation of the femoral head with the acetabulum. The junctional location makes the femoral neck prone to fracture.
Dec 14, 2020 · Final year medical student, with a special interest in Trauma and Orthopaedics. An overview of fractured neck of femur (FNOF) including aetiology, clinical features (symptoms, signs), investigations, management and prognosis.
Apr 20, 2023 · In this article, we will look at the classification, anatomy, clinical and radiological features, and management of neck of femur fractures. Anatomy. Neck of femur (NOF) fractures can occur anywhere from the subcapital region of the femoral head to 5cm distal to the lesser trochanter (Fig. 1).
May 1, 2024 · The femoral neck is a crucial part of the femur, connecting the femoral head to the femoral shaft. This region is prone to fractures, particularly in the elderly population due to osteoporosis. The iliofemoral, pubofemoral, and ischiofemoral ligaments stabilize the hip joint.
