Nondisplaced fracture of lesser trochanter of right femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with malunion Save

Overview of Nondisplaced Fracture of the Lesser Trochanter of the Right Femur

A nondisplaced fracture of the lesser trochanter of the right femur is a break in the bone that disrupts the continuity of the femoral shaft without a separation in the bone. This type of fracture is usually caused by a direct force to the hip or by a fall onto the side of the hip. It most commonly occurs in middle-aged and elderly individuals.

When the fracture is nondisplaced, the bones are still aligned, and the patient may experience minimal to no pain. However, if the fracture is displaced, there may be pain, swelling, and bruising around the hip area. When a nondisplaced fracture is present, the patient may need to be referred for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with malunion.

1. Open Fracture Type IIIA – This type of fracture is characterized by an open wound with a fracture that extends through the skin and into the soft tissue.
2. Open Fracture Type IIIB – This fracture is similar to type IIIA, but the fracture extends through the skin and into the joint capsule.
3. Open Fracture Type IIIC – This type of fracture is characterized by an open wound with a fracture that extends into the bone, muscle, and/or other soft tissue.
4. Malunion – Malunion refers to a situation where the fracture has healed in an abnormal position or alignment.

Due to the severity of a fractured lesser trochanter, it is important for the patient to seek treatment as soon as possible. When the fracture is open, the risk of infection is higher, and the patient may need surgery to repair the fracture. The type of surgery and treatment plan will depend on the severity of the fracture and the displacement of the bones.