Hip surgery showdown: which Bone-Opening method is better?
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This study looked at 60 older adults (average age 80) who had hip fracture surgery. Researchers compared two ways to open the thigh bone canal before inserting a metal rod: one using a curved awl guided by X-ray, the other using mechanical drilling. They measured blood markers of…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Split, School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC