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Hip fracture
A condition in which there is a break in the upper quarter of the femur (thigh) bone.
How long it usually lasts:
Medium-term (lasts weeks to months)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | |||||
| Preteen6-13 | |||||
| Teenager14-18 | |||||
| Young adult19-40 | Common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
Hip
Medications
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