Femur Fracture - Delayed union

2018-01-04 18:49:48
Hi, I’ve had recently a car accident and ended up with a femur fracture which was fixed with a plate and screws. The fracture is now still not healed and I am 3 months post-op. I have done two PRP injections so far and my doctor says the fracture needs a minimum of 4 months before we can see any callus. I would like therefore to have another opinion on my fracture and what should be done to achieve bone union. Thanks
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Kindly share x-rays.. Minimum callus seen post plating..but it is still seen in far cortex. Ideal time 4-6 weeks in a plain x-ray...

Answered2018-01-05 01:01:09

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Fracture femur takes time to heal 3 months is optimal period but sometimes it takes 4-5 months
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Answered2018-01-05 06:18:59

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