ABSTRACT
Objective To investigate the clinical value of minimally invasive percutaneous internal fixation in the treatment of femoral intertrochanteric fracture by using anatomical screw plate.Methods From November 2005 to April 2008,60 patients with femoral intertrochanteric fracture were treated in our hospital with minimally invasive percutaneous internal fixation.Through a subcutaneous tunnel between fracture ends,an anatomical screw plate was placed and fixed.The outcomes were evaluated by comparing the X-ray image taken before and after the operation.The functions of the hip and standing and walking were determined as well.Results The 60 patients were followed up for 9 to 33 months with a mean of 24 months.According to Huang's standard,52 patients achieved excellent outcomes,6 were good,and 2 were poor.Conclusion Minimally invasive percutaneous internal fixation is an effective method for the treatment of femoral intertrochanteric fracture.