Fracture survival study in older adults
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how different factors affect survival after a bone fracture in people aged 60 and older. It may help doctors understand which patients need extra support.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years of age or older.
- You are a registered resident of Shanghai.
- You had a fracture in your arm, leg, or spine between 2010 and 2019.
- You had surgery to treat that fracture at Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital.
- You did not have multiple fractures at the same time.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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