Osteoporotic Hip Fracture: How We Make Better Results?
10.12671/jkfs.2024.37.1.52
- Author:
Byung-Chan CHOI
1
;
Kyung-Jae LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keimyung University Dongsan Hospital, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
- Publication Type:REVIEW ARTICLE
- From:Journal of the Korean Fracture Society
2024;37(1):52-59
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
The prevalence of osteoporosis and incidence of osteoporotic fractures is increasing gradually as life expectancy is prolonged and the aged population increases. Osteoporotic hip fractures (femoral neck fractures and femoral intertrochanteric fractures) have high mortality because the patients with these fractures are elderly and have several comorbidities. Thorough preparation and a multidisciplinary approach in the preoperative period are critical, and early surgery is recommended. There are also several principles to treat osteoporotic hip fractures and prevent fixation failures. Many studies have suggested various treatment methods for femoral neck fractures and femoral intertrochanteric fractures. Functional recovery treatment is essential based on the patient’s health and activity levels. Finally, aggressive management of osteoporosis and the prevention of falling is needed to treat osteoporotic hip fractures successfully.
