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Hip fracture after hemiplegia.

G Mulley, A J Espley

    Postgraduate Medical Journal
    |January 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Hemiplegic patients are more likely to fracture hips on their affected side due to falls and disuse osteoporosis. This common occurrence often happens within a year post-stroke, highlighting a significant risk for stroke survivors.

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    Stroke·1995

    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedics
    • Neurology
    • Geriatrics

    Background:

    • Stroke survivors often experience hemiplegia, leading to impaired mobility and increased fall risk.
    • Disuse osteoporosis is a known complication of hemiplegic limbs, potentially weakening the bone structure.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the incidence and side-specificity of hip fractures in hemiplegic patients.
    • To identify key factors contributing to hip fractures in this population.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 57 hemiplegic patients who experienced hip fractures.
    • Comparison of fracture incidence on the hemiplegic versus non-hemiplegic side.

    Main Results:

    • Hip fractures occurred significantly more frequently on the hemiplegic side.
    • Hip fractures were equally common in both right- and left-sided hemiplegia.
    • A substantial proportion of fractures occurred within one year of the initial stroke.

    Conclusions:

    • Impaired locomotor function leading to falls on the affected side is a primary risk factor.
    • Disuse osteoporosis in the hemiplegic limb contributes to fracture susceptibility.
    • Early intervention and fall prevention strategies are crucial for hemiplegic patients.

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