How does the multidimensional frailty score compare with grip strength for predicting outcomes after hip fracture surgery in older patients? A retrospective cohort study.
Jung-Yeon ChoiJin-Kak KimKwang Ill KimYoung-Kyun LeeKyung-Hoi KooCheol-Ho KimPublished in: BMC geriatrics (2021)
Both the Hip-MFS and HGS could predict postoperative complications and improve prognostic utility when combined with the ASA classification. The Hip-MFS was a stronger predictor of mortality than HGS after HF surgery. HGS could be a useful pre-screening tool to identify patients at a high risk of postoperative complications and those who may benefit from further CGA.