Inpatient outcomes of upper cervical fractures in the elderly: a retrospective analysis of 268 cases

Inpatient outcomes of upper cervical fractures in the elderly: a retrospective analysis of 268 cases

Abstract Background The incidence of upper cervical fractures in elderly individuals is increasing, necessitating enhanced treatment approaches. Method A retrospective study of 268 elderly patients with upper cervical fractures was conducted to assess inpatient outcomes aged 75 and older with atlas...

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Main Authors: Nicolas H. von der Höh, Jonathan Keuchel, Phillip Pieroh, Ulrich Josef Albert Spiegl, Georg Osterhoff, Christoph-Eckhard Heyde
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-04-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Cervical spine fracture
Elderly patients
Upper cervical injuries
Surgical vs conservative treatment
In-hospital mortality
Odontoid / atlas fracture
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-025-05862-4
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