Changes in C-reactive protein and erythrocyte sedimentation rate after hip fractures

Serial measurements of C-reactive protein (CRP) levels and erythrocyte sedimentation rates (ESR) were performed during the week after operation in 140 patients with hip fractures. There was no selection, and patients with minor or major complications before or after operation were included. In uncom...

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Published in:International orthopaedics 1991-01, Vol.15 (4), p.311-314
Main Authors: ELLITSGAARD, N, ANDERSSON, A. P, JENSEN, K. V, JORGENSEN, M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aged
Aged, 80 and over
Biological and medical sciences
Blood Sedimentation
Bronchopneumonia - blood
C-Reactive Protein - analysis
C-Reactive Protein - metabolism
Female
Half-Life
Hip Fractures - blood
Hip Fractures - surgery
Humans
Male
Medical sciences
Middle Aged
Postoperative Complications - blood
Postoperative Period
Surgery (general aspects). Transplantations, organ and tissue grafts. Graft diseases
Surgical Wound Infection - blood
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Summary:Serial measurements of C-reactive protein (CRP) levels and erythrocyte sedimentation rates (ESR) were performed during the week after operation in 140 patients with hip fractures. There was no selection, and patients with minor or major complications before or after operation were included. In uncomplicated cases, the ESR was variably raised during the first week, whereas the CRP showed a distinct pattern with a rapid increase on the second day; it then decreased by the 7th day. In cases with early postoperative bronchopneumonia and deep wound infection, the CRP was high, but minor infections did not influence the usual levels. Complications had no effect on the ESR during the 1st week.
ISSN:0341-2695
1432-5195
DOI:10.1007/BF00186867