Pelvic and Hip Fracture Sites
Pelvic and Hip Fracture Sites
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A hip fracture is a break in the upper thigh bone (femur) that forms the hip joint. A pelvic fracture can happen anywhere in the pelvic bone.
Fractures of the hips and pelvis are not often seen in children unless a severe injury (such as a car crash) has occurred.
Current as of: July 1, 2021
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine
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