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Background: The Management of unstable osteoporotic intertrochanteric fractures in elderly is challenging because of difficult anatomical reduction, with a high risk of morbidity and mortality, The aim of study is to do functional evaluation of primary cemented hemiarthroplasties as a treatment option in elderly patient. Material and Methods: We prospectively analyzed 27 cases of primary hemiorthroplasty performed for unstable intertrochanteric fractures. The functional outcomes were assessed based on Harris hip score. Result: The functional outcome is better with less time to full weight bearing and less postoperative complications. Conclusion: Hemiorthroplasty for unstable intertrochanteric fractures in elderly results in early ambulation with acceptable complications and good functional results.

international journal of orthopaedics sciences

Functional evaluation of cemented hemiorthroplasties as a treatment option for unstable intertrochanteric fractures in the elderly: A prospectively case series study