Lateral X-ray for proximal femoral fractures - Is it really necessary?
This study provides statistical evidence that one view is adequate and safe for majority of proximal femoral fractures. The lateral radiograph should not be performed on a routine basis thus making considerable saving in time and money, and avoiding unnecessary radiation exposure and discomfort to the patient.
In this series of patients with unresectable pancreatic cancer, good PS, decrease in CA19-9 after treatment and good GPS determined prior to treatment were independent prognostic factors for better overall survival.