Concomitant ipsilateral intracapsular and extracapsular femoral neck fracture: a case report.
BACKGROUND
Intracapsular and extracapsular hip fractures are common amongst elderly patients but simultaneous intracapsular and extracapsular hip fractures are rare.


METHODS
We present the case of an elderly woman who sustained simultaneous intracapsular and extracapsular hip fractures and describe the complications which ensued following fixation.


CONCLUSIONS
Concomitant ipsilateral intracapsular and extracapsular femoral neck fracture is an uncommon injury pattern. It occurs most commonly in osteoporotic patients with low energy falls. Close examination of radiographs must be made to ensure that more subtle fractures are not overlooked and the injury managed appropriately. If doubt exists on initial radiographs further imaging should be considered.
Perry
Daniel C
DC
University Hospital Aintree, Longmoor Lane, Fazakerley, Liverpool, UK. danperry@doctors.org.uk
Scott
Simon J
SJ