Abstract
Hip fractures (neck of femur and trochanteric) are the most common osteoporotic fractures seen in the elderly, contributing to significant degrees of morbidity, mortality and limitations in quality of life. We have evaluated the patterns of hip fracture subtypes and its association to various risk factors. 273 subjects with hip fractures were studied; there was a small increase in proportion of neck fractures in men and trochanteric fractures in women with age, both fractures occurred more commonly in women than men. Trochanteric fractures were associated with long term steroid intake and asthma. Strong association was observed with co morbidities and the total duration of hospital stay, the pre operative and post operative hospital stay. Hence, by addressing the co morbidities that have the greatest impact on hospitalization, we may be able to lower the duration of hospitalization and thereby treatment costs.
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