[Osteosynthesis of femoral neck fractures in adults. Long-term results of treatment using Descamps-Kerner compression screw-plates].

Sixty fractures of the femoral neck were fixed by a Descamps-Kerner compression screw and followed up for an average of 6.5 years. The functional results were estimated on the Merle d'Aubigné scale. Three cases had to be operated on again because of early displacement and seven did not unite. There were eleven necroses of the femoral head. The authors have made an attempt to compare the results with other series in the literature. The overall results were satisfactory in 86% of cases. It is concluded that the technique of treatment should be improved, possibly by the use of microsurgery.