Fragility fractures of the pelvis—time to address the needs of people with these 'orphan injuries'.

The article focuses on the extension of the National Hip Fracture Database (NHFD) in the UK to include pelvic fractures, highlighting the need for improved coordinated care for older people with these injuries. Pelvic fractures, particularly of the pubic ramus, are more common than previously recogn...

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Publicado en:	Age & Ageing Vol. 55; no. 2; pp. 1 - 4
Autores principales:	Johansen, Antony, James, Megan, Singh, Inder
Formato:	Artículo
Publicado:	Oxford University Press / USA Feb2026
Materias:	Interprofessional relations Pain management Needs assessment Old age Serial publications Continuum of care Bone fractures Pelvic fractures Osteoporosis Medical needs assessment Health care teams Patient aftercare
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