Publications by authors named "Ganesan Naidu Rajamoney"
Article Synopsis
- Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent in older adults with hip fractures in Singapore, with 57.5% of patients showing low levels, and only 8% having normal levels.
- Factors such as being housebound and ethnicity, particularly among the Malay population, contribute to the risk of deficiency.
- The study suggests limited sunlight exposure due to clothing habits may further heighten the risk of vitamin D deficiency in this group.
Purpose: To compare the short-term ambulatory function of elderly patients after fixation of unstable intertrochanteric fractures with either the AO-ASIF proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA) device or the dynamic hip screw (DHS).
Methods: 63 patients aged 60 years or older underwent fixation for unstable intertrochanteric fractures (AO types A2 and A3) using the PFNA (n=25) or DHS (n=38). The decision for the type of implant used was based on the lead surgeon's preference, according to perceived fracture stability and clinical experience.