A<unk>  is a break that occurs in the upper part of the femur (thigh bone). Symptoms may include pain around the<unk> , particularly with movement, and shortening of the leg. Usually the person cannot walk. They most often occur as a result of a fall. Risk factors include osteoporosis, taking many medications, alcohol use, and metastatic cancer. Diagnosis is generally by X-rays. Magnetic resonance imaging, a CT scan, or a bone scan may occasionally be required to make the diagnosis. Pain management may involve opioids or a nerve block. If the person's health allows, surgery is generally recommended within two days. Options for surgery may include a total<unk>  replacement or stabilizing the fracture with screws. Treatment to prevent blood clots following surgery is recommended. About 15% of women break their<unk>  at some point in life; women are more often affected than men.<unk> s become more common with age. The risk of death in the year following a fracture is about 20% in older people.
Hip fracture
Osteoarthritis
Bosworth fracture
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
Hume fracture
Hernia
Holdsworth fracture
Avascular necrosis