A preliminary study of the treatment of trochanteric fractures of the femur with the Kenwright nail.

We present a preliminary study of the results of treatment of 106 fractures of the trochanteric region of the femur, using a new expanding compression nail, the Kenwright nail. The device obtains a secure hold in the femoral head and compresses the fracture line, to give very firm fixation, enabling patients to bear weight immediately with much more confidence than with conventional methods of fixation. Earlier discharge from hospital has been possible, with the release of valuable beds. In no case has the nail cut out. A similar study of its use in intracapsular fractures will be reported.