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        <journal-title>Journal of Medical Insight</journal-title>
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      <article-id pub-id-type="publisher-id">443</article-id>
      <article-id pub-id-type="doi">10.24296/jomi/443</article-id>
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        <article-title>Carbon Fiber Implant for Fixation of a Pathologic Subtrochanteric Fracture</article-title>
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        <year>2024</year>
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      <volume>2024</volume>
      <issue>05</issue>
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        <p>Herein, we present a patient with a pathologic subtrochanteric femur fracture secondary to an undiagnosed primary lung adenocarcinoma. The fracture, occurring in the context of persistent atraumatic thigh and knee pain, prompted swift identification of its pathological nature in the Emergency Department. The treatment plan involved open reduction and internal fixation utilizing a carbon fiber nail, considering the immediate need for stabilization and underlying oncologic factors.

The primary focus was on achieving fracture fixation, traditionally accomplished with intramedullary devices. However, the decision to employ a carbon fiber nail was made due to the pathological nature of the fracture and the subsequent need for post surgery oncologic intervention. The unique radiolucency of carbon fiber aids in postoperative radiation planning, ensuring optimal visualization and precision in targeting bone lesions. This approach contributes to fracture reduction while minimizing interference with radiation therapy.

The surgical procedure involved intramedullary rodding with a carbon fiber nail, achieving successful fracture reduction and optimal hardware positioning. Histopathological assessment confirmed metastatic lung adenocarcinoma. Postoperatively, the patient received palliative radiation and targeted therapy, demonstrating substantial improvement at the two-month follow-up (Figure 6).

The case highlights the strategic use of carbon fiber implants in managing pathologic fractures, offering advantages in postoperative imaging, disease monitoring, and precision in radiation therapy planning. The multidisciplinary approach underscores the importance of considering implant selection nuances, especially in metastatic bone disease, to optimize outcomes.</p>
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        <kwd>carbon fiber</kwd>
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        <kwd>subtrochanteric fracture</kwd>
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        <kwd>Adult</kwd>
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        <kwd>Fluoroscopic Guidance</kwd>
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