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Cureus
; 14(2): e22725, 2022 Feb.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-35386143
ABSTRACT
Long-term bisphosphonate use may be associated with atypical femoral fractures. In this report, we describe three cases of bisphosphonate-associated incomplete atypical femoral fracture, treated by prophylactic intramedullary nail fixation. Patients with long-term intake of bisphosphonates must be carefully monitored; atypical femoral fracture should be suspected in the presence of symptoms such as thigh pain. Its early identification is important to avoid a complete fracture and invasive surgery, and prophylactic fixation is recommended for incomplete atypical femoral fractures.