Spontaneous femoral neck fracture resulting from osteonecrosis involving lateral femoral head-neck junction: a retrospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Spontaneous femoral neck fracture is a rare condition that remains controversial due to limited reported cases. This retrospective study aims to provide further insights into the etiology and characteristics of the disease.

Method

We conducted a retrospective review of data from 963 patients with femoral neck fractures. The data encompassed demographic information, medical histories, radiographic records, bone mineral density (BMD) measurements, and pathological examinations. Patients were categorized into two groups: spontaneous femoral neck fracture (SFF) group (30 cases) and control group (933 cases), based on their medical histories. Logistic regression analysis was employed to identify risk factors for SFF. Statistical analysis was performed to compare and el

SUBMITTER: Guo X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10680177 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature