Disease-associated fractures: detection and management in the elderly.
Pathologic fractures in the elderly result from a variety of conditions, including malignancies and Paget's disease. Comprehensive laboratory and radiological evaluation is essential to analyze both the underlying etiology and the extent of the disease. Surgical intervention is critical in stabilizing these fractures so that pain is relieved and function is improved.
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute, New York.
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001847:Bone Diseases / Q000150:complications; D001859:Bone Neoplasms / Q000150:complications; D005260:Female; D005598:Fractures, Spontaneous / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male