Assessing the Importance of Anteromedial Cortical Support in Fixing Pertrochanteric Fractures: A Comprehensive Study.

Introduction: Pertrochanteric fractures are among the most common hip fractures in the elderly population, typically resulting from low-energy trauma such as a simple fall. This demographic is particularly susceptible due to factors like decreased bone density, frailty, and impaired balance. It can occur in the younger patient due to high-velocity trauma - road traffic accidents.