The Frequency of Occult Intertrochanteric Fractures among Individuals with Isolated Greater Trochanteric Fractures

Abstract

In our analysis, 90% of injuries initially diagnosed as isolated GT fractures were found to extend into occult intertrochanteric fractures upon further examination with additional imaging modalities. Therefore, additional evaluation should be performed to test for the potential presence of occult intertrochanteric fractures and to establish appropriate treatment plans.