Contents

• Basic Knowledge of Intertrochanteric Fractures
• The challenge of intramedullary nails
• The concept and significance of the lateral wall of the greater trochanter
• Fixation plan of the lateral wall of the greater trochanter

Basic Knowledge of Intertrochanteric Fracture

AO/OTA Classification

• A1 - Simple two parts. Lateral cortex remains intact.
• A2 - Comminuted with postero-medial fragment. Lateral cortex remains intact.
• A3 - line extend across both medial and lateral cortices. Include reverse oblique.