A 78yo male, DM and HTN, had a fall and since then is unable to walk. He presents with
deformity and tenderness over the right hip area. XR=fx of femur neck. What is the single most
associated nerve injury?
a. Sciatic nerve
b. Gluteal nerve
c. Lateral peroneal nerve
d. Tibial nerve
e. Femoral nerve
Ans. The key is A. Sciatic nerve. [Sciatic nerve injury though may occur but may not be very common!]