Cases Solved! is a journal-based CME activity series presented by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Each activity consists of an interactive clinical case scenario based on a recent article from the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) followed by a multiple-choice assessment to put your diagnostic and management skills to the test.

Authors
John M. Yingling, DO
Michael T. Archdeacon, MD, FAAOS

Case Editor
John Christopher Kurylo, MD, FAAOS

Learning Objectives

1. Discuss the diagnosis and classification of subtrochanteric femur fractures.
2. Explain the initial evaluation and management of subtrochanteric femur fractures.
3. Describe the surgical treatment options for subtrochanteric femur fractures, including how to overcome common deforming forces and intraoperative obstacles.
4. Review common complications associated with subtrochanteric femur fractures.