Meta-Analysis
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World J Orthop. Mar 18, 2024; 15(3): 285-292
Published online Mar 18, 2024. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v15.i3.285
Meta-analysis of the clinical efficacy of the Gamma3 nail vs Gamma3U-blade system in the treatment of intertrochanteric fractures
Xuan Wu, Bo Gao
Xuan Wu, Department of Orthopedic, Zhong Da Hospital, School of Medicine, Southeast University, Nanjing 210000, Jiangsu Province, China
Bo Gao, Department of Orthopedic, The Affiliated Taizhou Second People's Hospital of Yangzhou University, Taizhou 225500, Jiangsu Province, China
Author contributions: Wu X Collect all the literature required for the study, provided the data analysis of the article, and put forward important opinions and suggestions on the discussion part of the article; Gao B participated in the study of the background part of the article, collated and revised the content of the article; Bo G provided financial support as the host of the project.
Supported by The Clinical Medical Science and Technology Development Fund Project of Jiangsu University, No. JLY2021185.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose.
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Corresponding author: Bo Gao, Doctor, Surgeon, Department of Orthopedic, The Affiliated Taizhou Second People's Hospital of Yangzhou University, No. 27 Jiankang Road, Jiangyan District, Taizhou 225500, Jiangsu Province, China. gaobo305@163.com
Received: December 1, 2023
Peer-review started: December 1, 2023
First decision: December 28, 2023
Revised: January 8, 2024
Accepted: February 5, 2024
Article in press: February 5, 2024
Published online: March 18, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: The Gamma3U-Blade, representing the third generation of Gamma nails, possesses several notable features: the incorporation of self-tapping tension screws enhances fixation stability and lowers the risk of cutting out. Anti-screw nails are ingeniously designed to aid in compressing the fracture end. Additionally, the option of dynamic lock or static force lock is available. Despite these advancements, comparative studies between Gamma3 and Gamma3U-blade are limited. Therefore, a meta-analysis of the existing literature was conducted to compare the clinical efficacy of these two surgical methods.