Risk factors for trochanteric and femoral neck fracture

Conclusions Trochanteric fractures are associated with women patients of more advanced ages, 5–9 previous diseases and accidental falls. Cerebrovascular disease shows a higher prevalence in cervical fractures.

Source: Revista Espanola de Cirugia Ortopedica y Traumatologia - March 20, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research