TY - JOUR PY - 1993// TI - Classification of proximal femoral fractures JO - Helvetica Chirurgica Acta A1 - Schutz, M. A1 - Buhler, Mira SP - 947 EP - 954 VL - 59 IS - 5-6 N2 - Based on the AO Classification of Fractures, the classification of fractures of the proximal femur will be explained. Especially the sub- and pertrochanteric fractures, as well as the fractures of the femoral neck will be considered. During the period from 1980-1989 26,126 fractures of the proximal femur were documented in the AO/ASIF Documentation Center. These fractures will be discussed regarding following aspects: dispersion of age and fractures, pre-existing systemic illnesses, general and local postoperative complications, choice of implant.
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