Epidemiology of Fragility Pubic Ramus Fractures in the United States.

Nishant SunejaRyan M Kong Olivia C Tracey Zachary MallonEric H Tischler

Published in: Geriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation (2022)

: As the first national study addressing the epidemiology of ramus injuries in the United States, this work reveals these injuries comprise a significant fracture risk in the elderly. In addition, it highlights gender and ethnic strata that are more susceptible to these injuries.

Keyphrases

risk factors
mental health
quality improvement
community dwelling
hip fracture