Diagnosis of Intertrochanteric Fractures

Introduction Intertrochanteric fractures are those that occur between the greater and lesser trochanters of the proximal femur outside the capsule. The dense trabecular bone that makes up the intertrochanteric portion of the femur is situated between the greater and lesser trochanters. The greater trochanter is where the gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, obturator internus, and piriformis…