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How Is An Avulsion Fracture Treated In An Elder And Does It Require Immediate Surgery?

How is an avulsion fracture treated in an older adult, age 50+? In a young adult/athlete the a tendon or muscle may reattach but in older adults it may not - and surgery be required. How long does an adult wait before considering surgery or should this be an immediate consideration?
Thu, 17 Nov 2016
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Hi Avulsion fractures normally require surgical fixation if they are displaced . As far as the time of surgery is concerned it should be done ASAP but usually not as emergency surgery. In Older adults all possible precaution are to be taken before operation.
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How Is An Avulsion Fracture Treated In An Elder And Does It Require Immediate Surgery?

Hi Avulsion fractures normally require surgical fixation if they are displaced . As far as the time of surgery is concerned it should be done ASAP but usually not as emergency surgery. In Older adults all possible precaution are to be taken before operation.