Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Lower limb fractures are very common injuries in older and represent the 50% of all fractures. This study was conducted to investigate and analyze the epidemiology of lower limb fractures. Materials & Methods: This study was conducted in department of orthopaedics from 2008 to 2012. It included 1050 cases with lower limb fractures. Results: Out of 1050 fractures, 650 (61.9%) were seen in males and 400 (38.1%) were seen in females. The difference was statistical significant. Maximum fractures were involving fibula in both males (210) and females (102). Tibial fractures were seen in 142 males and 76 females. Femur involvement was in 255 males and 94 females. Metatarsal fractures were seen in 20 males and 54 females. Patella was involved in 13 males and 41 females. Major reasons are osteoporosis and road traffic accident. Conclusion: Lower limb fractures are common in older. Therefore proper care and prevention should be taken to avoid fracture of lower limb.
Key Words: lower limb, fracture, osteoporosis, road traffic.