Pelvic ring fractures in the elderly

[摘要] Injuries of the pelvic ring are rare fractures compared with all other fractures and occur with two peaks regarding frequency and age. The first peak occurs between the second and third decades, the second peak occurs between the seventh and eighth decades. However, the incidence of pelvic ring fractures rises with increasing age. The immobilization associated with pelvic ring fractures has severe side effects, especially for the elderly, so the main focus within the treatment of these injuries must be on the mobilization of patients, which should happen as early as possible. This article gives an overview of epidemiology, diagnostic and therapeutic options and aftercare regarding pelvic ring injuries in the elderly.

[学科分类] 神经科学

[关键词] geriatrics;insufficiency fractures;osteoporosis;pelvic ring fractures