CORRELATION

Correlation between symptoms and function in older adults with comorbidity



Correlation between symptoms and function in older adults with comorbidity

Introduction

Comorbidities are factors other than the primary orthopaedic diagnosis under consideration that have a major influence on the patient's function and health status. They may include medical diagnoses (such as diabetes, heart disease, and depression), social factors (such as occupation, a relevant legal claim, and Workers' Compensation status), and personal factors (such as age, nutrition, smoking, and gender).

Comorbidities may also influence the presentation of an orthopaedic disorder as well as the results of its treatment. Since the quality and cost of ...