Presentation
History of falling, subsequent pain, and limitation of abduction in the left thigh.
Patient Data
Age: 80 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Isolated greater trochanteric fracture in elderly patient
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Displaced comminuted fracture in the greater trochanteric process of the left femur with adjacent muscles and soft tissue swelling.
Case Discussion
The case illustrates the non-contrast MDCT features of the isolated greater trochanteric fracture. This type of fracture usually occurs in young adults and during sports activity.
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