Hip Fractures: Relevant Anatomy, Classification, and Biomechanics of Fracture and Fixation

Introduction: Hip fractures represent an important health-care dilemma, costing the US$ billions annually. Hip fractures can diminish quality of life and significantly increase morbidity and mortality if not properly treated. Recent research has brought forth new information regarding treatment as w...

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Main Authors: Young Lu MD, Harmeeth S. Uppal MD, MS, FACS
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2019-06-01
Series:Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/2151459319859139