Record Status This is a bibliographic record of a published health technology assessment from a member of INAHTA. No evaluation of the quality of this assessment has been made for the HTA database. Citation Nikitovic M. Intramedullary nails in comparison with sliding hip screws for intertrochanteric hip fractures: a rapid review. Toronto: Health Quality Ontario (HQO). Rapid Review. 2013 Authors' objectives This analysis aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of intramedullary nails versus extramedullary sliding hip screws for treatment of intertrochanteric hip fractures. Authors' conclusions One high-quality systematic review was identified that evaluated the effectiveness of intramedullary nails in comparison with extramedullary sliding hip screws for treatment of intertrochanteric hip fractures. The following conclusions were reached:
Based on high quality of evidence, there was no significant difference in reoperations among patients receiving intramedullary nails versus those receiving sliding hip screws.
Based on high quality of evidence, there was no significant difference in mean mobility scores measured using the Parker-Palmer score between patients receiving intramedullary nails and those receiving sliding hip screws. Indexing Status Subject indexing assigned by CRD MeSH Bone Nails; Bone Screws; Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary; Hip Fracturess Language Published English Country of organisation Canada English summary An English language summary is available. Address for correspondence Evidence Development and Standards, Health Quality Ontario, 130 Bloor Street West, 10th floor, Toronto, Ontario Canada M5S 1N5 Email: EDSinfo@hqontario.ca AccessionNumber 32014001043 Date abstract record published 09/09/2014 |