ORIF Femur with Nail Treatment in Turkey
About ORIF Femur with Nail
Key Highlights
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Provides excellent stability for complex femur fractures, allowing for early movement and weight-bearing.Promotes proper bone healing by maintaining correct alignment and length of the femur.Minimizes soft tissue damage compared to other fixation methods, as the nail is placed inside the bone.Often results in a smaller surgical scar at the hip or knee where the nail is inserted.Reduces the risk of long-term complications like malunion (bone healing in the wrong position) or leg length discrepancy.
Who is this surgery for?
- Displaced mid-shaft (diaphyseal) fractures of the femur.
- Comminuted fractures (where the bone is broken into several pieces).
- Open fractures (where the bone breaks through the skin).
- Fractures that fail to heal with non-surgical treatment (nonunion).
- Certain pathological fractures caused by bone-weakening conditions like tumors or osteoporosis.
- Fractures in multiple trauma patients to stabilize the major long bone for overall patient management.
How to prepare
- Complete medical evaluation, including blood tests, ECG, and chest X-ray to assess fitness for anesthesia.
- Imaging studies like X-rays and CT scans to plan the precise size and placement of the intramedullary nail.
- Discontinuation of certain medications like blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the surgeon.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the scheduled surgery time.
- Discussion of anesthesia options (typically general or spinal anesthesia) with the anesthesiologist.
- Arranging for post-operative support at home and planning for the recovery period.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site or deep within the bone.
- Bleeding, hematoma (collection of blood), or damage to surrounding nerves or blood vessels.
- Blood clots in the legs (Deep Vein Thrombosis) that can travel to the lungs (Pulmonary Embolism).
- Complications related to anesthesia.
- Hardware irritation, pain, or failure (bending/breaking of the nail or screws).
- Delayed union or nonunion (bone fails to heal).
- Malunion (bone heals in an incorrect position).
- Leg length discrepancy or rotational deformity.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically lasts 3-5 days for monitoring, pain management, and initial physical therapy.
- Weight-bearing is usually restricted initially; you will use crutches or a walker. Your surgeon will provide a specific timeline for increasing weight on the leg.
- Pain is managed with prescribed medications. Swelling is controlled with ice and elevation.
- Incision care is crucial to prevent infection; keep the area clean and dry as instructed.
- Physical therapy begins soon after surgery to restore knee and hip range of motion, strengthen muscles, and gradually improve walking.
- Follow-up appointments and X-rays are scheduled to monitor bone healing and implant position.
- Most patients can return to sedentary work within a few weeks, but full recovery for strenuous activities may take 6-12 months.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering orif femur with nail in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for orif femur with nail in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform orif femur with nail. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for orif femur with nail compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for ORIF Femur with Nail in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing orif femur with nail.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Olivia Davis, a 28-year-old elementary school...
Olivia Davis, a 28-year-old elementary school teacher and avid runner, was training for her first marathon when she was struck by a car while on a morning jog. She suffered a comminuted, mid-shaft fracture of her right femur. The emergency room doctor explained the severity of the break and the need for surgical stabilization to allow the bone to heal correctly and to prevent long-term complications like leg length discrepancy or arthritis. Olivia was terrified, not just of the surgery, but of losing her active lifestyle and independence. She underwent an ORIF with an intramedullary nail, a procedure where a metal rod was inserted down the center of her femur bone and secured with screws. The surgery went well, but the immediate post-op period was challenging with significant pain and the frustration of immobility. With the support of physical therapy, she progressed from a walker to crutches, and eventually to walking unassisted over six months. A year later, after diligent rehab, she completed a half-marathon. Emotionally, she journeyed from fear and despair to resilience and profound gratitude, learning to appreciate her body's strength and healing capacity in a new way.
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