Application of a humeral intramedullary nail for subtrochanteric fracture in a patient with poliomyelitis sequelae: a case report
For special types of subtrochanteric fractures with severe femoral medullary canal stenosis due to conditions like poliomyelitis sequelae, the application of a humeral intramedullary nail is a safe and effective innovative treatment strategy. This approach provides reliable intramedullary fixation. This experience offers a valuable reference for managing similar complex orthopedic problems.
Authors
- Wenbo Sheng
- George Zhang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2073-7109)
- Bingli Liu
- X. Yu
- Rong-Guang Ao
Institutions
- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (CN)
- Seventh People's Hospital of Shanghai (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Surgery
- Published
- 2026-02-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fsurg.2026.1788560
- Primary Topic
- Hip and Femur Fractures
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Shanghai Pudong New Area Health Commission