Figure 7: Intraoperative steps (see text)
Lateral approach to the thigh, exposure of the femoral shaft and the fracture, exact measurements according to preoperative planning to identify the planned level of resection. Exposure of intramedullary femoral stems, the diaphyseal femur the implants were cemented and additionally secured circularly with screws to the two stem parts after setting the correct rotation. Then, the two parts were connected using the screws provided.