How serious is an intertrochanteric fracture of the femur?

The severity of intertrochanteric fracture is related to the type of fracture and age. If the fracture is a simple fracture of both parts of the femur via the intertrochanteric line and the patient is relatively young, the condition is relatively mild; if a comminuted intertrochanteric fracture occurs and the patient is older, the condition is relatively serious. Intertrochanteric fracture is a fracture that occurs above the level of the base of the femoral neck to the level of the lesser tuberosity of the femur, and it is mostly seen in the elderly. If it is a simple fracture via the intertrochanteric line and the patient is relatively young, with fewer comorbidities and good control, and with active rehabilitation, the condition of the fracture is relatively mild, and the prognosis is usually good. If the comminuted fracture is trans-rotor, and the patient is relatively old, with many combined medical diseases and poorly controlled comorbidities, and inappropriate rehabilitation, the condition is relatively serious, and the prognosis is usually poor, and the prolonged bed rest after the operation can lead to a significant reduction in the quality of life. Some patients need to use canes or walkers for a long time. If you have hip pain after a fall or trauma and can’t stand or walk, you should consult a doctor in time and standardize the treatment, so as not to delay the condition and affect the recovery of the disease.