Orthogeriatric trauma units and orthogeriatric care improve patient outcomes in geriatric fractures

Recent studies and meta-analyses have shown that orthogeriatric trauma units and orthogeriatric care improve patient outcomes in geriatric fractures. Orthogeriatric patients require a more complex treatment approach in trauma units than younger patients. Cognitive disorders, fragility, comorbidities, inadequacies in self-care, and mobility inadequacies are some of the main factors showing that these patients have complex approach needs. Orthogeriatric care should include orthopedic surgeons, geriatricians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and social assistants. This study aimed to review the effects of orthogeriatric trauma units and orthogeriatric care on patient outcomes in geriatric fractures.