Prognostic factors in patients surgically treated after hip fracture.

By the impact of demographic changes and as the result of the 'incorrect' lifestyles pursued in developed societies, osteoporosis has become a serious social problem. Hip fracture is the most serious complication of osteoporosis and is associated with high mortality rates or permanent health impairment. The goal of this study was an evaluation of the impact of selected socio-economic factors and of the time period from fracture to surgical...