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. 2023 Jun 25;15(6):e40952. doi: 10.7759/cureus.40952

Figure 6. Intra-operative conversion from PFN to DHS .

Figure 6

(a and b) AP and lateral radiographs of unstable trochanteric fracture; (c) Percutaneous reduction and provisional fixation; (d) Entry through pyriformis; (e) Intertrochanteric translation after traction release; (f) Open reduction and DHS done; (g and h) Postoperative DHS fixation

PFN: proximal femoral nail; DHS: dynamic hip screw; AP: anteroposterior