Perioperative morbidity and mortality in octogenarians sustaining traumatic osteoporotic type 4 and 5 thoracolumbar and lumbar fractures: a retrospective study with 3 years follow-up - Takeaways - MDSpire

Perioperative morbidity and mortality in octogenarians sustaining traumatic osteoporotic type 4 and 5 thoracolumbar and lumbar fractures: a retrospective study with 3 years follow-up

  • By

  • Pavlina Lenga

  • Gelo Gülec

  • Karl Kiening

  • Andreas W. Unterberg

  • Basem Ishak

  • April 13, 2023

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    The geriatric population is rapidly increasing, with individuals aged 80 and older expected to triple by 2050, raising concerns about spinal injuries.

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    Thoracolumbar osteoporotic fractures are the most common fractures in the elderly, leading to increased hospitalization and mortality risks.

  • 3

    Surgical management with cement-augmented screws is recommended for severe osteoporotic fractures, but age increases the risk of poor outcomes.

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    This study aims to analyze morbidity and mortality rates in octogenarians with traumatic osteoporotic fractures to improve management strategies.

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    Data were collected retrospectively, focusing on demographics, comorbidities, surgical details, and outcomes over a three-year follow-up period.

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Perioperative morbidity and mortality in octogenarians sustaining traumatic osteoporotic type 4 and 5 thoracolumbar and lumbar fractures: a retrospective study with 3 years follow-up

  • by Pavlina Lenga, Gelo Gülec, Karl Kiening, Andreas W. Unterberg, Basem Ishak

  • April 13, 2023

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