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. 1992;23(5):320-2.
doi: 10.1016/0020-1383(92)90179-v.

Outcome of dislocation after hemiarthroplasty for fractured neck of the femur

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Outcome of dislocation after hemiarthroplasty for fractured neck of the femur

N Blewitt et al. Injury. 1992.

Abstract

An analysis of 20 cases of dislocation from 1000 consecutive hemiarthroplasties performed for fractured femoral necks is presented. A simple scoring system for prefracture status and mobility is described. The overall 6-month mortality rate of 65 per cent after dislocation is discussed.

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