Zeynep Kamil Med J. 2024; 55(2): 113-116 | DOI: 10.14744/zkmj.2023.51423

Case report of a trochanter minor fracture management of a young patient after a scooter incident

Arýn Celayir, Ece Davutluoðlu, Cansu Elibollar, Fýrat Kargýn, Ali Þeker
Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Ýstanbul University Cerrahpaþa, Faculty of Medicine, Ýstanbul, Turkey

Trochanter minor fractures are generally seen in individuals aged 12 to 16 years, commonly associated with sports such as martial arts or self-defense techniques, while the growth plate is still open. The management of trochanter minor fractures in adolescents typically involves conservative methods including early quadriceps and hip exercises; surgery is reserved for a small number of cases. This case report discusses the management of a young patient who sustained a trochanter minor fracture following a scooter accident. The fracture was successfully treated using conservative measures during follow-up.

Keywords: Avulsion fracture, ischiofemoral impingement syndrome, ludhoff sign, trochanter minor.

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