Affiliation:
1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
Abstract
Introduction The associated mortality and morbidity in hip fracture patients pose a major healthcare burden for ageing populations worldwide. We aim to analyse how an individual’s comorbidity profile based on age-adjusted Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) may impact on functional outcomes and 90-day readmission rates after hip fracture surgery. Materials and Methods Surgically treated hip fracture patients between 2013 and 2016 were followed up for 1-year and assessed using Parker Mobility Score (PMS), EuroQol-5D (EQ-5D) and Physical and Mental Component Scores (PCS and MCS, respectively) of Short Form-36 (SF-36). Statistical analysis was done by categorising 444 patients into three groups based on their CCI: (1) CCI 0–3, (2) CCI 4–5 and (3) CCI ≥ 6. Results PMS, EQ-5D and SF-36 PCS were significantly different amongst the CCI groups pre-operatively and post-operatively at 3, 6 and 12 months (all P < 0.05), with CCI ≥ 6 predicting for poorer outcomes. In terms of 90-day readmission rates, patients who have been readmitted have poorer outcome scores. Multivariate analysis showed that high CCI scores and 90-day readmission rate both remained independent predictors of worse outcomes for SF-36 PCS, PMS and EQ-5D. Discussion CCI scores ≥6 predict for higher 90-day readmission rates, poorer quality of life and show poor potential for functional recovery 1-year post-operation in hip fracture patients. 90-day readmission rates are also independently associated with poorer functional outcomes. Peri-operatively, surgical teams should liaise with medical specialists to optimise patients’ comorbidities and ensure their comorbidities remain well managed beyond hospital discharge to reduce readmission rates. With earlier identification of patient groups at risk of poorer functional outcomes, more planning can be directed towards appropriate management and subsequent rehabilitation. Conclusion Further research should focus on development of a stratified, peri-operative multidisciplinary, hip-fracture care pathway treatment regime based on CCI scores to determine its effectiveness in improving functional outcomes.
Subject
Geriatrics and Gerontology,Rehabilitation,Orthopedics and Sports Medicine,Surgery
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