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How do I know if you know if someone has a broken hip?

Dr. Nolan Segal Answered Jul. 10, 2012
Orthopedic Surgery
X-ray. If a broken hip is suspected , x-ray 1st. If not seen a bone scan or MRI will show it.
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Dr. Robert Carroll, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Answered Jul. 10, 2012
50 years experience in Nuclear Medicine
Hip X-ray. Hip x-ray, MRI or ct.
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