Hip Fracture: Symptoms & Signs (Broken Hip)

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Alternate Names : Broken Hip

The signs and symptoms of a broken hip include:

severe pain in the hip or groin

swelling, tenderness, and bruising in the hip area

deformity of the hip

turning outward of the affected leg

shorter length of the affected leg

limitation of movement or inability to bear weight

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Author: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 07/13/01

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