Citation

Present D, Shaffer B. Geriatrics 1990; 45(3): 48-54, 59.

Affiliation

Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute, New York.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1990, Advanstar Communications)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

2407621

Abstract

Pathologic fractures in the elderly result from a variety of conditions, including malignancies and Paget's disease. Comprehensive laboratory and radiological evaluation is essential to analyze both the underlying etiology and the extent of the disease. Surgical intervention is critical in stabilizing these fractures so that pain is relieved and function is improved.

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