Title:

[Retired] EMD 01_05_02_01 - Fractured Neck of Femur

Description:

Fracture of the neck of the femur is a common injury and the incidence is increasing although it is not always easy to diagnose. The majority of fractures are caused by falls in the elderly and the fracture usually occurs through osteoporotic bone. Intracapsular and extracapsular fractures are described together with risk factors, interventions and possible treatments.

Hierarchy:

Emergency Medicine Leaders (EMD) > [Retired] Trauma > [Retired] Orthopaedic Injuries > [Retired] EMD 01_05_02_01 - Fractured Neck of Femur

Created:

30 Jun 2010

Updated:

6 Oct 2017