Dr, Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, University Hospital of North Durham, Durham, United Kingdom
Dr. Ahmed Fadulelmola currently works in the Department of Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics in the University Hospital of North Durham. This Hospital is located in Durham, England
Commentary
High Mortality of COVID-19 Infection in Hip Fractures
Author(s): Ahmed Fadulelmola*
Following the recent pandemic caused by a novel virus, SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) originating in China we have investigated the effect of COVID-19 virus on the mortality of cases associated with hip fractures. Hip fracture by itself carries a significant mortality risk post injury, which was recorded to be around 7% in the first 30 days. We have presented the first evidence of high (50%) 30-day mortality in fragility hip fractures associated with COVID-19 infection. .. View more»