Question

The condition known as a ""fractured hip"" is most often a break in the femur. Where is the femur particularly susceptible to a fracture?

Answer 1

The femur, particularly in elderly persons, is more likely to be fractured in the femoral neck, approximately 1 or 2 inches below the hip joint.

This can be related to osteoporosis, because of lack of calcium, bone gets thinner in this area.

The most common cause in elderly persons is a fall from self-height, in younger persons car accidents o severe trauma is more common.

Hip fractures are generally fixed with surgery, either with an internal fixation or a partial or total hip replacement, all depending on the type of fracture and patients comorbidities.