Association between timing of surgery and postoperative outcomes in older adults with distal femur fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Summary - MDSpire

Association between timing of surgery and postoperative outcomes in older adults with distal femur fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • By

  • Shota Hoshika

  • Norio Yamamoto

  • Natsumi Saka

  • Takahiro Tsuge

  • Tomoo Sato

  • Yuichi Isaji

  • Shuri Nakao

  • June 18, 2026

  • 0 min

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Objective:

To examine the association between the timing of surgery and postoperative outcomes, including mortality and complications, in older adults with distal femoral fractures.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • Early surgical intervention may not consistently reduce mortality and complications in elderly patients with distal femur fractures.
    • Conflicting evidence exists regarding the optimal timing for surgery.
    Interpretation:

    Limitations:
    • Limited evidence regarding the impact of surgical timing on outcomes.
    • Conflicting results from existing studies regarding early versus delayed surgery.
    Conclusion:

Original Source(s)

Association between timing of surgery and postoperative outcomes in older adults with distal femur fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • by Shota Hoshika, Norio Yamamoto, Natsumi Saka, Takahiro Tsuge, Tomoo Sato, Yuichi Isaji, Shuri Nakao

  • June 18, 2026

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