Factors Associated with Non-union and its Management in Atypical Femur Fractures- A 10-year Retrospective Study

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The presentation by Nimesh Nebhani discusses the factors associated with non-union and their management in atypical femur fractures, particularly in the context of increased use of bisphosphonates for osteoporosis treatment. He presents findings from a retrospective analysis covering the years 2010 to 2020, focusing on data collected from 57 patients who experienced atypical femur fractures, with a mean age of 72. The presentation notes that the non-union rate post-fixation is significant and identifies parameters such as the type of bisphosphonate, fracture location, and reduction methods impacting the likelihood of non-union. Nebhani highlights the high rates of revision surgeries and associated complications, emphasizing the importance of optimal fixation techniques to reduce non-union rates. He concludes that ineffective initial fixations often result in poor outcomes and further complications, leading to increased needs for revision surgeries.

DOI: 10.1302/3114-221381

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