Intramedullary Nail - 82 years old

Patient Background

Hospital: Santa Rosa Municipal Hospital, Lima, Peru

Surgeon: Dr. Carlos Rivera's team

Patient: Ana Marisol Vásquez, Female, 82 years old

Medical History: Arterial hypertension

Cause of Injury:Fall with left hip pain and inability to bear weight

Physical Exam: Deformity of left hip joint, limited range of motion, tenderness at intertrochanteric area

Diagnosis: Left intertrochanteric fracture

Treatment: Closed reduction and internal fixation with Intertan intramedullary nail

Diagnosis & Evaluation

Imaging Assessment

Preoperative X-ray confirmed a left intertrochanteric fracture with a distinct fracture line and mild displacement. The fracture line did not extend into the femoral neck or head, and the bone quality was deemed adequate for intramedullary nailing.

Surgical Indication

Considering the patient's advanced age, increased risk of osteoporosis, and the necessity of early mobilization to prevent complications, Chief Surgeon Dr. Carlos Rivera determined that closed reduction and internal fixation using the CZMEDITECH Intertan Intramedullary Nail would provide optimal rotational stability and dynamic compression — both critical for promoting fracture healing.

Surgical Procedure

Surgical Plan

After a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's preoperative imaging and general physical status, Dr. Carlos Rivera selected closed reduction and internal fixation with the CZMEDITECH Intertan Intramedullary Nail. This advanced nail system features an integrated cephalomedullary nail structure with dual cephalocervical screws, which significantly enhances fracture stability and rotational resistance while minimizing the risk of implant loosening or displacement.

Outcome

The patient recovered well postoperatively, with good compression at the fracture site and excellent conditions for bone healing. This case demonstrates the clinical value of the CZMEDITECH Intertan Intramedullary Nail in managing geriatric intertrochanteric fractures.

Conclusion

For the increasing number of elderly intertrochanteric fracture cases in Peru and across Latin America, CZMEDITECH's high-quality intramedullary nails and matching instruments provide a reliable choice for surgeons. Through optimized product design and precise surgical techniques, patients can achieve faster recovery and better quality of life.

Intramedullary Nail

Intramedullary Nail Instrument set