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Hip Fracture (Broken Bone)

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The femur, or thigh bone, connects to the pelvis at the hip joint. Hip fractures are breaks in the upper part of the femur where it connects to the pelvis. 0ver 200,000 hip fractures occur every year, with 50% of those in people age 80 or over. These fractures need to be repaired and carry a high mortality if left untreated. Most occur after a fall.

Symptoms

Symptoms

Hip pain, shortening of the leg, knee pain, inability to walk, pain with standing.

Tests

Tests

A history and physical exam will be performed. Generally a X-ray establishes the diagnosis. In equivocal cases a CT scan and/or MRI may be necessary.

Standard Workup
  • CBC
  • Chem 12
  • X-Ray
  • CT Scan
  • MRI
Treatment

Treatment

Treatment includes hospitalization, pain medications and surgical repair.

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