Musculoskeletal
Hip Fracture
Break in the upper femur, common in elderly falls.
Overview
Break in the upper femur, common in elderly falls.
Also known as: neck of femur fracture, nof fracture
In-depth guidance
A structured clinical overview of Hip Fracture — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:
⚠ When to seek urgent care
Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.