The six types of femoral fractures include:
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Femoral neck fracture: Occurs just below the ball of the hip joint and is common in older adults.
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Intertrochanteric fracture: Located between the greater and lesser trochanters of the femur, often resulting from falls.
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Subtrochanteric fracture: Found below the trochanters, typically due to high-energy trauma.
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Distal femur fracture: Occurs near the knee joint and can affect the knee's function.
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Shaft fracture: Involves the long, central part of the femur and can result from direct trauma.
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Patellar fracture: While not a femoral fracture in the strict sense, it can occur in conjunction with femoral injuries, affecting the kneecap area.
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