Please login to view this media
- Talk
- 22/09/2022
- UK
Does Time To Surgery Influence Outcomes For Those Undergoing Total Hip Arthroplasty For Hip Fracture? A Nationwide Study From The Scottish Hip Fracture Audit
Description
The presentation, delivered by fourth-year medical student Lewis Mitchell from the University of Aberdeen, focuses on the influence of surgical delays on outcomes for patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA) following hip fractures. Lewis introduces a nationwide study conducted via the Scottish Hip Fracture Audit, highlighting that hip fractures are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly among an aging population, and significantly impact healthcare costs.
The study analyzes data from 2016 to 2020 and categorizes 1375 patients based on whether they received surgery within the recommended 36 hours of hospital admission. Key findings indicate that while surgical delays did not affect mortality rates, patients experiencing delays had longer hospital stays, leading to increased healthcare costs. The presentation concludes by emphasizing the need for further research into the ethical and service provision aspects related to surgical delays in the context of hip fracture treatments.