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Mortality and morbidity associated with hip fractures

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In this study 147 patients with hip fractures were reviewed and reassessed to establish their mortality and morbidity. The early mortality was 10.8% and this rose to 27% at three months. The major factors which determined mortality and morbidity were the age of the patient, male sex, and the degree of social dependence of the patient both before and after the fracture. The site of the fracture or the type of anaesthetic used did not significantly affect the outcome.

The shortage of Nursing Home and long-term care facilities resulted in prolonged hospital stay for many patients.

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    D. P. Moore & W. Quinlan

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Moore, D.P., Quinlan, W. Mortality and morbidity associated with hip fractures. I.J.M.S. 158, 40–42 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02942060

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