2020年12月14日 · The femoral neck is the weakest part of the femur, the largest bone in the skeleton. Neck of femur (NOF) fractures typically occur in the elderly, with a predominance for women (4:1). However, they can occur in young patients as a result of high-energy trauma. In 2011, approximately 80,000 hip fractures were treated in the United Kingdom.

2025年3月6日 · Femoral neck fractures are common injuries to the proximal femur associated with increased risk of avascular necrosis, and high levels of patient morbidity and mortality. Diagnosis is generally made radiographically with orthogonal radiographs of the hip.

2023年4月20日 · A fractured neck of femur (NOF) is a very common orthopaedic presentation. Over 65,000 hip fractures each year are recorded in the UK and they are becoming increasingly frequent due to an aging population.

Definition of an intracapsular neck of femur fracture (#NOF) Intracapsular neck of femur fractures (#NOF) occur within the capsule of the hip joint; The blood supply to femoral head travels in a retrograde direction via the capsule. As such, any fracture within the capsule could be likely to damage this blood supply (see below, complications)

2022年2月21日 · fracture NOF is a common ED presentation and timely recognition, analgesia, referral, ward admission for previon of decubitis ulcers, and care of comorbidities are required to ensure early surgery (preferably within 36 hours) which is required if one wishes to avoid increased risk of morbidity or mortality.

Plain radiograph s (sensitivity 93-98%) is the first-line investigation for suspected Neck of Femur (NOF) fractures. Serious complications (for example avascular necrosis and non-union) are very common without surgical intervention.

2021年4月27日 · Our study confirms that the conservative management of NOF fractures is associated with high mortality, however it may be the only treatment option acceptable in patients who are limited by unfavourable clinical conditions.

NOF in Medical typically refers to the Neck of Femur, which is a crucial anatomical structure in the hip region, often associated with fractures in the elderly. This term is significant in discussions regarding orthopedic injuries and surgeries. Explore categories such as Anatomy and Orthopedics for more information.

The NOF experiences the highest stress loads within the femur. Forces that are acting on the femoral neck are: Externally generated: a result of ground reaction forces that translated from the ankle to the NOF as a result of the vertical impact and typically stay below 1.3 times body weight during low-speed walking.

2024年9月26日 · Neck of femur (NOF) fractures, or femoral neck fractures, are common injuries sustained by older patients who are more likely to have both unsteadiness of gait and reduced bone mineral density, predisposing to fracture. Elderly osteoporotic women are at greatest risk.