Effect of comorbidities on the association between age and hospital mortality after fall-related hip fracture in elderly patients
ConclusionsThe association between age and mortality after hip fracture remains after adjusting for numerous comorbidities. However, some potentially controllable disorders are associated with an increased risk for mortality, thus, improving their management could benefit survival.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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