Publications by authors named "A D Duckworth"
Background: There is a paucity of longer-term outcome data in younger adult patients who undergo fixation for an intracapsular hip fracture. The aims of this study were to evaluate the outcomes for young adult patients undergoing intracapsular hip fracture fixation and to assess factors associated with failure and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs).
Methods: From 2008 to 2018, 112 consecutive patients ≤60 years of age (mean age, 48 years [range, 20 to 60 years]; 54% male) were retrospectively identified as having undergone fixation of an intracapsular hip fracture.
Background: Hip fracture is common in older people and has significant health and care implications. This study aimed to examine the impact of household characteristics (living alone or living with someone who is themselves ill) on adverse outcomes following hip fracture.
Methods: A cohort study of hip fracture patients aged ≥ 50 years living alone or with one co-resident using Welsh nationwide data between January 2013 and December 2018.
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- The study aims to compare the outcomes of conservative management vs. surgical fixation for dorsally displaced distal radius fractures in elderly patients (≥ 65 years).
- It will involve a randomized trial with participants assessed at various intervals, focusing on metrics like wrist function, pain, grip strength, and cost-effectiveness.
- The findings will inform treatment strategies for elderly patients with these fractures, addressing the anticipated rise in such injuries due to an aging population.
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- The study evaluated the impact of delayed admission (defined as spending over 4 hours in the emergency department) on hospital outcomes for patients over 50 with hip fractures.
- Out of 3,266 patients, those who experienced delays had significantly higher mortality rates at 90 days and longer hospital stays compared to those admitted more promptly.
- No significant differences were found regarding the development of delirium or the ability to return home after hospitalization.