Long versus short cephalomedullary femoral nail for treatment of unstable intertrochanteric fractures: A single-blinded randomized controlled study

Key Points

• The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of long versus short cephalomedullary nails in treating unstable intertrochanteric fractures.
• Conducted as a single-blinded randomized controlled trial
• Compared long and short cephalomedullary nails (CMNs)
• Emphasized early mobility and functional outcomes
• Both nail lengths showed suitability for treating unstable fractures
• Functional outcomes remain satisfactory regardless of nail length
• Calls for larger studies with updated classification systems considering osteoporosis