Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
9358043 | Revue de Chirurgie Orthopédique et Réparatrice de l'Appareil Moteur | 2005 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Centromedullary nailing for fractured or weakened femur due to metastasis is a useful therapeutic solution for patients with short life expectancy. With this technique, antalgesics can be reduced while preserving independence as long as possible. The Tokuhashi score is easy to establish. If it is less than 3, centromedullary nailing should not be attempted due to the short expected survival.
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
Authors
L. Obert, A. Jarry, D. Lepage, L. Jeunet, Y. Tropet, P. Vichard, P. Garbuio,