The rationale for primary hemiarthroplasty in the treatment of fractures of the femoral neck in elderly patients.
In summary, we believe that hemiarthroplasty in the treatment of displaced fracture of the femoral neck in elderly persons is a rational procedure (Fig. 3-4). It carries no greater morbidity or mortality rate and may even decrease these parameters when modern medical technology is employed. In the long run it would appear that greater than 90% of the prostheses are serviceable for the duration of the patient's life.
D000368:Aged; D001843:Bone Cements; D005260:Female; D005265:Femoral Neck Fractures / Q000401:mortality / Q000601:surgery*; D006622:Hip Prosthesis; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
D001843:Bone Cements