Manejo de fracturas de fémur en pacientes de 5 a 12 años atendidos en el Hospital Francisco Icaza Bustamante durante el periodo 2018 - 2022.

Abstract

Femur fractures constitute approximately 27% of all femur fractures, affecting both young populations and elderly individuals with osteoporosis. The anatomy and biomechanics of this region demand a careful and precise approach in its treatment, as its stability is crucial for knee and leg joint functionality. The study focuses on the management of these fractures in patients aged 5 to 12 years at the Francisco Icaza Bustamante Hospital during the period 2018 to 2022. It is an observational, cross-sectional, retrospective, and descriptive investigation. The results indicate that fractures had a higher prevalence in 2018, with a male predominance (69.2%). Age ranges with higher incidence were identified (5-6 years and 7-8 years), and fractures of the middle third of the femur diaphysis were the most common. The average hospital stay was around 8 days. No significant associations were found between gender and hospital stay or between gender and fracture type. However, a statistically significant association was found between age group and femur fracture type. Recommendations include comparative studies of treatments and complications, analysis of risk factors, exploration of gender differences, and long-term followup. International comparison of femur fracture rates and treatments is also suggested. Collectively, these approaches could enhance the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of these fractures, benefiting patients' health and wellbeing.