Why Hip Fracture Surgery Timing Matters

7 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Surgery within 24-48 hours improves survival and recovery for hip fractures in older adults.

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  139 studies included, total 4,336,707 patients older than 50.

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  Mostly observational studies; results subject to confounding.

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  Definitions of 'early' surgery varied widely.

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  Early intervention linked to better mobility, health-related quality of life.

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  Early surgery reduced complications and hospital stays.

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  Limitations exist due to variability in definitions and observational study design.