Complicaciones en pacientes con fractura de cadera

Abstract

When talking about hip fractures, it should be kept in mind that it is a global problem since its incidence has been higher in recent years; it is a severe injury that usually affects older adults and has multiple consequences. Objectives: To study the complications of hip fracture. Methodology: A literature review based on the parameters of the PRISMA statement was conducted through an analytical study of studies published in academic databases from 2010 to 2022, especially PubMed. Results: Hip fracture was found to be an increasingly common condition with life-threatening complications; among the main ones to take into account are pulmonary thromboembolism, alteration of consciousness, sepsis, and pneumonia. Conclusions: It is concluded that concerning hip fracture, the predominant sex is female, especially in ages between 70 to 79 years of age, in addition to the fact that there are several types of complications, mainly if it is associated with pre-existing conditions.