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This study looked at whether giving tranexamic acid before surgery can reduce blood loss in people with broken thigh or shin bones. Fifty-four patients received either the drug or a placebo before their operation. Researchers measured blood loss during and after surgery, as well …

This study tested a new surgical device called the Femoral Neck System (FNS) for fixing a common type of hip fracture. Researchers wanted to see how often patients needed another surgery after the implant. The study included 43 adults with hip fractures and followed them for one …

This study looked at whether a one-day course of antibiotics is as good as a three-day course at preventing infections after femur or tibia fracture surgery with a metal rod (intramedullary nailing). Fifty-six adults were randomly assigned to receive either three or nine doses of…

This study looked at how well the Gamma4 nail system works for fixing thigh bone fractures. 100 adults who needed this surgery were followed for a year to see if their bones healed and to check for any problems. The goal was to see if the nail helps bones heal properly without ca…

This study tested a freeze-dried plasma product that can be mixed with water in 6 minutes, avoiding the long thaw time of standard plasma. It included 42 trauma patients with severe bleeding who needed blood transfusions. The goal was to see if faster plasma delivery could improv…

This study looked at over 2,000 trauma patients who needed help breathing before arriving at the hospital. Half were given a supraglottic airway device (like an LMA or King tube) first, while the other half received standard care. The goal was to see which approach led to more pa…

This study looked at how well a new metal rod (nail) works for fixing broken thigh bones. About 50 adults with a broken femur were treated with this nail and followed for a year. The goal was to see if they could walk and move their leg as well as people who got an older version …

This study compared two types of hip replacement surgery in active elderly patients who broke their hip. One group received a total hip replacement (replacing the ball and socket), while the other had a partial replacement (replacing only the ball). The goal was to see which surg…

This study looked at how safe and effective the JuniOrtho plating system is for treating congenital deformities and fractures in the lower limbs of 30 children and adults. The device is a metal plate and screws used during surgery to hold bones in place while they heal. Researche…

This study tracked 241 adults and teens with broken thigh or shin bones who received either a retrograde femoral nail or a tibial nail. The goal was to see how well the bones healed and if patients had pain. Researchers measured healing time and pain scores to confirm the nails a…

This study tested whether a special type of hip implant (dual mobility cup) can prevent the hip from popping out of place after a total hip replacement for a broken hip. The trial involved 1,600 elderly patients with a specific type of hip fracture. Researchers compared the dual …

This study tested whether using the World Health Organization's trauma care checklist helps injured patients recover better. Sixty adults with trauma were randomly assigned to standard care or care with the checklist. Researchers measured pain, injury severity, complications, and…

This study looked at how well a new, quick finger-prick test (LumiraDx CRP) measures CRP levels compared to a standard lab test. CRP is a marker of infection, inflammation, or tissue injury. 79 adults with symptoms of these conditions took part. The goal was to see if the new tes…

This study tested an artificial intelligence (AI) program called Carebot AI Bones to see how well it finds fractures on X-rays. Researchers compared the AI's performance to that of experienced radiologists using 600 X-rays from both children and adults. The goal was to see if the…

This study tested whether an AI tool called Boneview helps clinicians spot fractures on X-rays more accurately. 18 doctors and other health professionals reviewed 500 X-ray images, half with fractures and half without, first without AI and then with AI assistance. The goal was to…

This study tested whether a cone-beam CT scanner (Newtom 5G) can detect and classify fractures of the arms and legs as accurately as a standard CT scan. 43 adults with suspected fractures received both scans. Researchers compared how well each scan identified the type of fracture…

This study tested whether a social robot could reduce fear and pain in children aged 5 to 10 during wound dressing. Sixty children were split into two groups: one interacted with the robot while getting their wound dressed, and the other received standard care. Researchers measur…

This study tested whether a nerve block (lumbar erector spinae plane block) guided by ultrasound works as well as spinal anesthesia for hip and upper thigh surgery. Sixty-six adults received either the nerve block or spinal anesthesia, and researchers measured how long it took be…

This study tested whether giving numbing medicine through a thin tube (catheter) placed in the spine provides better pain relief after hip surgery than a single injection. 105 patients over age 60 were randomly assigned to one of three groups: continuous spinal anesthesia, single…

This study looked at whether two easy breathing exercises—Liuzijue (a gentle Chinese practice using sounds) and box breathing (a controlled pattern)—can improve lung capacity and blood pressure in older adults who were immobile after a hip fracture. Researchers analyzed data from…

This study looked at whether giving a low dose of ketamine continuously could lower the amount of strong painkillers (opioids) needed by people with serious injuries. The goal was to see at least a 25% reduction in opioid use over 48 hours while still controlling pain just as wel…

This study tested a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) walking program for people recovering from a broken thigh or shin bone. 66 adults aged 18-50 who had surgery for their fracture took part. The goal was to see if this type of exercise could improve their physical functio…

This study compared two types of anesthesia for people having hip fracture surgery: a spinal block that numbs only one side and a nerve block in the lower back. Researchers wanted to see which method keeps blood pressure more stable and provides better pain control during surgery…

This study tested whether a PENG nerve block—a targeted injection of anesthetic around the hip—can reduce pain and the need for morphine in adults with hip fractures in the emergency department. 36 patients were randomly assigned to receive either the block plus standard care or …

This study compared two types of nerve blocks—Erector Spinae Plane Block and Fascia Iliaca Compartment Block—for pain relief in adults after femur (thigh bone) surgery. 92 patients received one of the two blocks before surgery. Researchers measured how long pain relief lasted and…

This study tested whether a single injection of morphine into the spinal fluid can provide better pain relief after hip fracture surgery than standard painkillers. Researchers enrolled 82 older adults (ages 60-90) undergoing surgery for a broken hip. They compared pain levels, ne…

This study tested whether a Quadroiliac Plane (QIP) block, a numbing injection near the hip, can reduce pain and opioid use after femur fracture surgery. Thirty adults were randomly assigned to receive either the QIP block or standard care. Researchers measured pain scores and fe…

This study compared two types of nerve blocks—Quadroiliac Plane Block and PENG Block—for pain relief after femur fracture surgery. 52 adults were randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks. Researchers measured pain scores and how much opioid painkiller patients needed in the…

This study looked at 300 adults having hip fracture surgery to compare two numbing methods: a lumbar plexus block (injecting medicine near nerves in the back) and unilateral spinal anesthesia (numbing one side of the spine). The goal was to see which method keeps blood pressure m…

This study looked at whether walking with a therapy dog helps adult trauma patients move more during their hospital stay. Sixty-four patients each took two walks—one with a dog and one without—and reported their pain, anxiety, and motivation. The goal was to see if animal-assiste…

This study looked back at 134 patients under 75 who had a partial hip replacement after a broken hip. The goal was to see how often the hip socket wears down over time and how often that leads to a second surgery. Researchers also checked if a common way to measure socket erosion…

This study aims to create a simple bedside tool that helps doctors quickly identify motorcycle accident victims with chest injuries who are at high risk of dying. Researchers will analyze data from 1250 patients to build and test the tool, focusing on factors like helmet use and …

This completed study looked at 510 trauma patients who had no signs of nerve damage. Researchers wanted to see if getting a full-body CT scan actually changed how doctors managed their care. The goal is to find out if these scans are truly helpful or just add cost and time.

This study looked at 55 adults with arm or leg injuries to see if using a tourniquet before reaching the hospital made a difference. Researchers compared those who had a tourniquet placed to those who did not, checking for shock, blood transfusions, and other complications. The g…

This study looked at 265 severely injured adults in France to see if getting them to the hospital within the recommended 60 minutes (the 'golden hour') improves their chances of survival. Researchers checked if following these time guidelines helped patients live at least 24 hour…

Researchers looked at records from over 58,000 adults who had fall injuries to build a simple scoring system that estimates the chance of dying within 30 days. The tool uses age, sex, and vital signs taken in the emergency room. This study did not test any treatment—it only aimed…

This pilot study tested whether a personalized nutrition plan using up to three Ensure shakes a day is practical for older adults (60+) recovering from a serious injury. Forty participants were randomly assigned to either the nutrition plan or standard care. The study did not mea…

This study looked back at the medical records of 137 severely injured trauma patients who needed large blood transfusions between 2020 and 2025. Researchers analyzed how different transfusion strategies, such as balanced ratios and whole blood use, affected 30-day survival and ot…

This study looked at whether vitamin D levels affect how well broken bones heal in young adults aged 18 to 25. Researchers measured vitamin D at the time of injury and tracked healing for up to a year. The goal was to understand if low vitamin D is linked to slower healing or com…

This study looked at whether waiting two minutes before lying flat after receiving spinal anesthesia could prevent dangerous drops in blood pressure in elderly patients having hip fracture surgery. Ninety patients aged 65 and older were split into two groups: one waited two minut…

This study looked at how parents cope emotionally after their child is hospitalized in intensive care for a severe injury. Researchers checked for signs of anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress in 62 parents, 3 to 6 months after the child left the ICU. The goal was to un…

This study tested a simple frailty score (TSFI) to see if it can predict complications and death in trauma patients aged 65 and older. Researchers enrolled 500 patients across multiple hospitals. The goal was to improve care by identifying high-risk patients early, not to provide…

This study looked at how obesity affects the hospital course and outcomes of trauma patients aged 60 and older. Researchers compared obese and non-obese patients to see if obesity leads to longer stays, more complications, or higher costs. The goal was to clarify conflicting repo…

This study looked at whether a structured regional health system, where trauma centers are organized by level of care, reduces deaths within 28 days after severe injury. Researchers compared outcomes for 2193 severely injured patients treated in a structured system versus a non-s…

This study checked how well the Trauma and Injury Severity Score (TRISS) predicts survival and the need for intensive care or surgery in 204 trauma patients at one hospital in Iraq. Researchers measured the score within 6 hours of arrival and tracked outcomes. The goal is to see …

This study looked at how different amounts of numbing medicine given around the collarbone affect pain relief and side effects during arm surgery. Researchers also used ultrasound to measure the nerve behind the eye to see if it relates to brain pressure. 64 patients aged 18 to 5…

Researchers studied 407 children under 18 who had whole-body CT scans after trauma. They looked at injury details, physical exams, and lab results to create a scoring system called WHOLE. The goal is to help emergency doctors decide when a full-body scan is truly needed, reducing…

This study looked at 263 severely injured trauma patients to find out how often they develop early blood clotting problems (called trauma-induced coagulopathy) and excessive clot breakdown (hyperfibrinolysis) within the first hour of arriving at the emergency room. Researchers us…

This study reviewed records of 610 older adults (over 65) on blood thinners who had hip fracture surgery. Researchers wanted to see how long surgery was delayed to avoid bleeding risks and whether that delay affected survival. The goal is to find the safest approach to schedule s…

This study looked back at 54 people who had a hip replacement with a specific part called the CL TRAUMA cemented stem. The goal was to see if the part was safe and worked well. Researchers measured how well patients could move and if they had pain using a standard hip score.

This study looked at 225 older adults with hip fractures to compare two surgical methods: one through the side of the hip and one through the back. The goal was to see which approach leads to fewer dislocations or bone breaks during surgery. Results help surgeons choose the safes…

This study tested whether using ultrasound to guide the placement of catheters in the femoral artery and vein (in the groin) reduces complications in severely injured patients in the intensive care unit. The trial involved 136 adults with severe trauma who needed these catheters.…

This study followed 162 people who received a G7 hip cup system during hip replacement surgery. Researchers measured pain, function, and hip movement using standard scores. The goal was to see how the device performs in everyday patients with arthritis or other joint problems.

This study looked at 40 people who had a total hip replacement through a small incision in the front of the hip. Researchers compared two types of metal stems (AMIStem and Quadra) to see how bone density around the implant changed one year after surgery. The goal was to find out …

This study looked at 15,000 trauma patients treated at a Swedish hospital over 10 years. Researchers focused on those with serious neck or face injuries to understand what causes deadly bleeding and how it is managed. The goal is to improve care for future patients with these inj…

This study looked at whether two substances in the blood, zonulin and interleukin-8, are linked to delirium (sudden confusion) after hip fracture surgery in older adults. Researchers measured these markers before and after surgery in 73 patients over 65. The goal was to see if th…

This study tracked 255 patients aged 75 and older who had surgery for a broken hip. Researchers wanted to see if low red blood cell counts (anemia) soon after surgery were linked to losing the ability to do daily tasks like dressing and bathing six months later. The goal is to be…

This study looked at whether using a nerve block (numbing the leg) instead of general anesthesia (being put to sleep) helps older patients recover faster after total hip replacement. Researchers reviewed records of 516 patients over age 60 who had hip surgery. They compared early…