QuestionSBA
QuestionChoice
This is correct. DHS is the best option for treating an inter-trochanteric neck of femur fracture.
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a
Dynamic Hip Screw
QuestionChoice
This is incorrect as an Anterograde Intramedullary Femoral Nail is indicated in sub-trochanteric fractures.
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e
Anterograde Intramedullary Femoral Nail
QuestionChoice
This is incorrect. Hemiarthroplasty is reserved for Garden Type III/IV fractures.
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c
Hemiarthroplasty
QuestionChoice
This is incorrect as Total-Hip replacement is reserved for Garden Type III/IV fractures.
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d
Total-Hip Replacement
QuestionChoice
This is incorrect. Cannulated Hip Screws are only indicated in Garden Type I/II fractures.
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b
Cannulated Hip Screws
Concept
Chapter
2693
4064
Neck of femur fracture
Topic
145
Orthopaedics
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An 82-year-old male fell over in his garden. On examination his left leg is shortened and externally rotated. On imaging, you see a fracture between the greater and lesser trochanter of the femur.

What is the best management option for this patient?
a